FOOD MENUS

ALA Annual Conference Dining Menu

Breakfast: We are introducing a “Grab and Go” breakfast format (Monday-Wednesday) to give you a quick, nutritious start and to add more flexibility to your morning schedule.

Breaks: Coffee/Tea: Available during both peak morning and afternoon hours and in the Expo Hall during networking breaks.

Receptions: Two drink tickets per person.

Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Saturday, April 11

1–5 p.m.

Preconference

Break Snacks

Individual bags of chips + popcorn + pretzels
Seasonal whole fruit
Packaged granola bars

Beverages

Lemonade
Iced tea

Sunday, April 12

5–6 p.m.

ALA Connect: Ambassadors, Mentees & First-Time Attendees, Sponsored by GLJ Benefit Consultants

Table Display

Toasted edamame bar snacks
Salt & vinegar chickpea bar snacks

Beverages: Bar

Beer/Wine
Mocktail: DHOS citrus nonalcoholic spirit
Soft drinks and Bottled Water

6–8 p.m.

“WONDERS OF THE WHARF” WELCOME RECEPTION, Sponsored by First Legal

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Petite Maryland crab cake (g, d, f, e)
Old bay aioli (e)
Penang chicken skewer, yellow curry (n)
Coriander mint chutney
Beef bourguignon puff (g, d, e)
Vegan kale & vegetable potsticker (g)
Sweet soy (g, s)

Stations

EAST COAST MAC:

Traditional mac (g, d)
- Cheddar, mozzarella, parmigiana, bread crumb crust
Lobster mac (g, d, f)
- Four cheese & garlic-brandy sauce with smoked applewood bacon
Mushroom mac (g, d)
- Smoked white cheddar sauce with cremini & chives

BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD STATION:

Chopped romaine, mixed greens, baby kale
Cucumber, tomato, onions, olives, bell peppers
Parmigiana, goat cheese, feta, cheddar
Diced chicken, tofu

Dressings

Red wine vinaigrette
Sesame soy (g, s)
Caesar (g, d, e, f, s)

Desserts

Miniature pastries
Mojito lime tart (g, d)
French macarons (d, e, n, tn)
Vegan, Gluten Free Strawberry Mousse Shooter (s)
Chambord shortcake (d, g, e)

Beverages

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Beer/Wine
Cocktail/Mocktail
Cranberry Citrus Paloma
Corazón tequila + grapefruit soda + lime
LYRES agave blanco nonalcoholic spirit for mocktail offering
Soft drinks and Bottled Water

Monday, April 13

7:30–8:30 a.m.

GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST

Sandwiches

Hickory smoked bacon & Egg Scramble Sammies (g, d, e)
With fontina and caramelized onions on croissant
Egg White Scramble Sammies (d, e)
With peppers & cheddar on gluten free English muffin
Vegan Tofu Scramble Breakfast Burrito (g, s)
With potato & spinach in tortilla wrap

Sides

Salsa
Yogurt
Whole Fruit

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

AM BREAK - Sponsored by Churchill Reporting

10–11 a.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Blueberry + Cranberry + Oat muffins (g, d, e)
Gluten free Maui muffins (d, e, tn)
Vegan, Gluten Free Hazelnut Madeline (tn)
Seasonal Fruit Display
Granola Bars

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

NETWORKING LUNCH

12:20–1:45 p.m.

Tex-Mex Lunch Buffet

Soup + Salad

Vegan Roasted Vegetable Tortilla Soup
Vegetarian Composed Chopped Romaine Salad (d)
Black beans, corn, diced tomato, cucumber & cheddar cheese
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (served on the side)

Entrees

Beef barbacoa with Baby Sweet Pepper Garnish
Pollo Asado
Vegan Chipotle Jackfruit
Vegan Sauteed Fajita Vegetables

Sides

Flour tortillas (g)
Corn tortillas
Elote salad + shredded lettuce + cotija + sour cream + cilantro & onions
Pico de gallo
Guacamole
Vegan arroz con gandules
Vegan tequila borracho beans
Cheddar cornbread (g, d, e)

Dessert

Tres leches cupcake (g, d, e, tn)
Mini apple empanadas (g, d, e)
Vegan, gluten free passionfruit shooters (s)

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk
Iced tea

PM Break

3–4 p.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Jumbo Cookies (g, d, e)
Oatmeal raisin + chocolate chunk + snickerdoodle
Chips + Popcorn + Pretzels
Trail mix

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk
Assorted soft drinks & Bubly flavored waters

Awards Reception

5:30–7 p.m.

Table Display

Artisan focaccia pizza
Vegetarian Margherita (g, d)
Sliced tomato + mozz + torn basil
BBQ Chicken (g, d)
Caramelized onions + smoked chili
Toasted edamame bar snacks
Salt & vinegar chickpea bar snacks

Beverage

Bar
Mocktail: Summer of 75
Gran gala
Pomegranate syrup
Grapefruit juice
Topped with sparkling wine
Beer/Wine
Soft drinks and Bottled Water

Dessert

Mini cupcakes (g, d, e)

Tuesday, April 14

8–9 a.m.

GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST

Sandwiches

Bacon, Spinach & Aged Cheddar Frittata (d, e)
Vegetarian Egg White Frittata (d, e)
Peppers, baby kale, asparagus & fontina
Vegan Tofu Scramble Breakfast Burrito (g, s)
With potato & spinach in tortilla wrap

Sides

Salsa
Yogurts
Whole Fruit

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

AM BREAK

10:30–11:30 a.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Coffee House Donuts (g, d, e, n, tn)
Gluten Free Double Chocolate Muffins (d, e)
Vegan, Vegan Lemon Cookie (g)
Seasonal Fruit Display
Granola Bars

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON

12:45–2 p.m.

Appetizer

District Farms Salad
Locally sourced spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers
Carrot matchsticks, blue cheese crumbles

Dressings

Green Goddess Dressing (d, s)
Oil & Vinegar

Entree

Forest Herb Infused Chicken Breast
Rustic potato mash & asparagus
Local seasonal vegetables
Black pepper poultry demi (d)

*Alternative meals will be provided for guests who indicated dietary preferences during registration. If you did not note your needs and require accommodations, please contact us in advance at alaevents@alanet.org

Bread Presentation

Artisanal rolls (g, d, e, seeds)
Provided by outside vendor - may contain trace amount of nuts

Butter

Dessert

Berry Cheesecake (g, d, e)
Fruit compote + sesame tuille
Vegan, Gluten Free Raspberry Chocolate Ganache Cake (s)
Chef's Selection of Sugar Free Dessert

Beverage

Water preset
Coffee + Harney & Sons tea
Iced tea

PM Break

3:15–4:15 p.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Brownies & Bars
Peanut Butter Blondies (g, d, e, n)
Rice Krispy Bars & Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownie (g, d, e)
Chips + Popcorn + Pretzels
Trail mix

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk
Assorted soft drinks & Bubly flavored waters

Game On! Exhibit Hall Reception

5:15–6:30 p.m.

Hor d'oeuvres

Vegetarian Crispy Mac & Cheese Bites (g, d)
Spicy Ketchup
Vegan Mushroom Chopstick (g)
Chicken & Lemongrass Dumpling (g)
Cilantro-Ginger Ponzu (g, s)
Short Rib Empanada (g, d, e)
Cilantro Lime Aioli (e)

Table Display

Vegan Tuscan Grilled Market Vegetables
Zucchini + yellow squash + roasted tomatoes
Baby sweet peppers + cremini mushrooms
Smoked tomato ranch (d, s)
Sweet balsamic reduction

Beverage

Bar
Mocktail
Beer/Wine
Soft drinks and Bottled Water

Wednesday, April 15

8–9 a.m.

GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST

Sandwiches

Sausage & Egg Scramble Sammies (d, g, s)
With mozzarella on English muffin
Egg White Scramble Sammies (d, e)
With peppers & cheddar on gluten free English muffin
Vegan Tofu Scramble Breakfast Burrito (g, s)
With potato & spinach in tortilla wrap

Sides

Salsa
Yogurts
Whole Fruit

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

AM BREAK

10–11 a.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Croissants
Butter + Dark Chocolate (g, d, e)
Almond (g, d, e, tn)
Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins (d, e)
Vegan, Gluten Free Hazelnut Madeline (tn)
Seasonal Fruit Display
Granola Bars

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk

NETWORKING LUNCH

12:30–1:30 p.m.

Italian Lunch Buffet

Soup + Salad

Vegan Vegetable Minestrone Soup (g)
Composed Fresh Mozzarella Pugliese (d)
Melon, prosciutto, basil & olive oil
Vegetarian Composed Chopped Italian Salad
Romaine, artichoke, olives, red onion, crispy chickpeas
Dressing: red wine vinaigrette on the side

Entrees

Grilled Chicken Breast Bruschetta
Tomatoes, onions, basil, balsamic vinegar
Roasted Salmon Caponata (f)
Eggplant, tomato, capers, peppers, red wine vinegar
Vegetarian Rigatoni (g, d)
Olives + vodka sauce

Sides

Vegan Broccolini with Garlic & Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Rosemary & Olive Oil Focaccia (g, d)

Dessert

Orange Ricotta Cannoli (g, d)
Tiramisu Shooters (g, d, e, alcohol)
Vegan, Gluten Free Hazelnut Madeline (tn)

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk
Iced Tea

PM BREAK

2:30–3 p.m.

Bakery/Snacks

Mini Cupcakes (g, d, e)
Chips + Popcorn + Pretzels
Trail mix

Beverage

Water + Coffee (regular & decaf) + Harney & sons tea
Half & half + skim + oat milk
Assorted soft drinks & Bubly flavored waters

FOOD MENUS

ALA Annual Conference Dining Menu

Saturday, April 11

Sunday, April 12

Monday, April 13

Tuesday, April 14

Wednesday, April 15

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