Catering Menus

ILA does its best to provide options for registered attendees with common dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan. Please review the below menus before you register, being sure to indicate any relevant dietary restrictions in your registration. (If you forget to do this, email ila@ila.org to let us know your dietary restrictions by DATE. Dietary restrictions CANNOT be accommodated without advance notice by this date.) If you have specific dietary restrictions that cannot be accommodated by the menu, you’re welcome to bring your own meal. There are also restaurants within walking distance of the venue.

Key:
VE - Vegetarian
VG - Vegan
GF - Gluten-free
DF - Dairy/Lactose-free

Tuesday, October 14	Wednesday, October 15	Thursday, October 16
Awards Luncheon	Youth Services Forum Breakfast	Trustee Day Breakfast
	Exhibits Opening Boxed Luncheon	Trustee Day Luncheon
	IACRL Luncheon	Exhibits Snack & Coffee Break
	Exhibits Afternoon Snack Break	Exhibits Closing Boxed Luncheon

Tuesday, October 14

There is NO lunch included in general registration for Tuesday, October 14 UNLESS you register for the Awards Luncheon. If you are not registered for the Awards Luncheon, you will be on your own for lunch on Tuesday.

Awards Luncheon

Noon - 1:15 P.M.
Room 26
Pre-Registration and Meal Ticket Required
If you are registered for the Awards Luncheon, you will receive an email from ILA staff by October 1 with a Google form to select your meal. You will have until October 5 to complete the Google form. If you do not, we will look at the indicated dietary restrictions on your Annual Conference registration to determine your meal.

House Salad
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Balsamic Vinaigrette (on the side) VE/VG, GF, DF

Entree & Dessert

Chicken Marsala & Flourless Chocolate Torte:
Chicken, Cipollini Onion, Mushroom, Boursin Potato Puree, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Marsala Sauce
Berry coulis, mascarpone cream VE, GF
Mushroom Gnocchi & Chocolate Torte:
Gnocchi, Rainbow Char, Humboldt Fog Cheese, Wild Mushroom Cream VE
Berry Coulis, Mascarpone Cream VE, GF
Tempura Cauliflower Steak & Fruit Plate
Cauliflower, Charred Asparagus, Cilantro Lime Rice, Sweet Chili Sauce VE/VG, GF, DF
Fruit Plate VE/VG, GF, DF

Beverages:
Water, Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea

Wednesday, October 15

Youth Services Forum Breakfast

8:00 - 10:00 A.M.
Room 26
Pre-Registration Required

Traditional Breakfast Buffet:
Seasonal Fruit Platter VE/VG, GF, DF
Mini Muffins May contain nuts
Scrambled Eggs GF
Individual Greek Yogurt, Assorted VE
Applewood Smoked Bacon GF, DF
Sausage GF, DF
Potatoes O'Brien VE, GF, DF

Beverages
Water, Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea, Orange Juice, Cranberry Juice

Exhibits Opening Boxed Luncheon

Noon - 1:30 P.M.
Exhibit Hall
Open to all registered attendees, including Exhibits Only registrants

Boxed Lunch
All lunches are served with an individual bag of chips, grape bunch, freshly baked cookie, and a bottle of water.

Roasted Turkey Sandwich
Farm Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Swiss Cheese, Pretzel Roll
Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Wrap
Seasonal Vegetables, Hummus, Spinach Wrap VE/VG
Mediterranean Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Marinated Artichoke, Balsamic Vinaigrette VE, GF

IACRL Luncheon

Noon - 1:30 P.M.
Room 26
Pre-registration Required

Buffet:
Panzanella Salad
Torn Ciabatta, Tomato, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers, Herbs, Red Wine Vinegar, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Garlic VE/VG, DF

Entree

Lemon Bowtie Chicken Alfredo
Grilled Chicken Tossed with Creamy Lemon Alfredo Sauce
Penne with Vodka Sauce VE

Sides
Seasonal Vegetable Medley VE/VG, GF
Tomato Focaccia and Assorted Rolls VE, Can contain nuts and dairy

Dessert
Tiramisu
Fruit Plate VE/VG, GF, DF

Beverages
Water, Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea

Exhibits Afternoon Snack Break

4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Exhibit Hall

Individual, Assorted Bags of Snacks
Potato Chips
Pretzels
Popcorn
Trail Mix

Thursday, October 16

Trustee Day Breakfast

8:00 - 9:00 A.M.
Room 26
Pre-registration Required

Traditional Breakfast Buffet:
Seasonal Fruit Platter VE/VG, GF, DF
Mini Muffins May contain nuts
Scrambled Eggs GF
Individual Greek Yogurt, Assorted VE
Applewood Smoked Bacon GF, DF
Sausage GF, DF
Potatoes O'Brien GF, DF

Beverages
Water, Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea, Orange Juice, Cranberry Juice

Trustee Day Luncheon

Noon - 1:30 P.M.
Room 26
Pre-registration Required

Classic Deli Buffet:

Soup of the Day
House Salad
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Pepperoncini, Ranch & House Vinaigrette
Chef Crafted Pasta Salad
Sandwich Bar
Honey Ham, Smoked Turkey, Tuna Salad, Aged Cheddar, Dill Havarti, Smoked Provolone, Selection of Artisan Breads, Leaf Lettuce, Sliced Tomato, Sliced Red Onion, Pickle Spears, Mustard, Mayonnaise
House Made Chips
Assorted Freshly Baked Cookies

Beverages
Coffee, Decaf, Freshly Brewed Iced Tea, Iced Water

Exhibits Snack & Coffee Break

10:00 - 11:00 A.M.
Exhibit Hall

Assorted Granola Bars
Fresh Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Hot Tea

Exhibits Closing Boxed Luncheon

Noon - 1:30 P.M.
Exhibit Hall
Open to all registered attendees, including Exhibits Only registrants

Boxed Lunch
All lunches are served with an individual bag of chips, grape bunch, freshly baked cookie, and a bottle of water.

Roasted Turkey Sandwich
Farm Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Swiss Cheese, Pretzel Roll
Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Wrap
Seasonal Vegetables, Hummus, Spinach Wrap VE/VG
Mediterranean Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Marinated Artichoke, Balsamic Vinaigrette VE, GF

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