
Included Meal Options for Conference Attendees
Friday, October 2, 2026
Dinner Options
- Herb Roasted Chicken with lemon artichoke cream sauce, white bean ragout, and fresh market vegetables
- "Al Pastor" Pork Chop with blackberry morita demi, sweet potato bacon has, and fresh market vegetables
- Wild Game Meatloaf with truffle chianti demi, parmesan thyme whipped potatoes, and fresh market vegetables
- Vegetarian Option: Impossible Sausage Stuffed Peppers with red quinoa pilaf
All entrees served with Mediterranean Salad and Passion Fruit Tres Leches dessert.
Non-registered guests may join you for dinner for $72/person.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Lunch Buffet
LITTLE ITALY, including charcuterie display, arugula and romaine Caesar salad, chicken caprese, Italian meatballs in roasted tomato basil sauce, penne pasta with marsala cream sauce, Italian sausage with sweet bell pepper and Bermuda onion rosemary basic sauce, garlic bread, tiramisu, and low-sugar blood orange olive oil cakes
Dinner Options
- Responsibly-sourced Pistachio Crusted Salmon with blood orange beurre blanc sauce, herb roasted fingerling potatoes, and fresh market vegetables
- Rosemary Chicken herb-seared airline chicken breast with pink peppercorn marsala demi, fontinta whipped potatoes, and fresh market vegetables
- Thyme Grilled Bistro Tender with parmesan potatoes au gratin and roasted baby carrots
- Vegetarian Option: Eggplant Rollatini with artichoke risotto with basil tomato sauce, roaster fingerling potatoes, and a Chianti glaze
All entrees served with Spring Salad and flourless chocolate cake dessert.
Non-registered guests may join for dinner for $72/person.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Brunch Buffet
ANYDAY BRUNCH including selection of chilled juices, seasonal sliced fresh fruit, freshly baked pastries, coffee cakes and muffins, assorted bagels served with smoked salmon, cream cheese and assorted toppings, bacon and sausage, assorted mini frittata, waffles with brandy peach compote and cardamom vanilla whipped cream served with syrup and butter
*** Special Dietary options will be available based on notes/comments made by the attendee(s) during online registration ***
Meals NOT Included with Conference Registration and Available Options
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Thursday Intensives Lunch
In order to keep costs down this year, lunch is not provided. However, the following options are available:
- The hotel's Aurora Borealis restaurant—walk back towards the hotel entrance and it will be on the right.
- Snack and concession—walk towards the hotel check-in counter and it will be on the left.
- There are 14 restaurants/fast food options within a 5-minute drive or 5 minute drive (15 minute walk) from the hotel:
- 5 minute walk: Panera is to the left when walking straight toward Colfax.
- 5 minute drive (15 minute walk): From Colfax, turn right and head toward Potomac. There are 6 restaurant/food options at the southwest corner of Colfax and Potomac (Imperial Chinese Restaurant, Firehouse Subs, IHOP, Kickin Chicken, Capital Market, and The Great Greek) and across the street on the southeast corner are 7 restaurants/food options (Chipotle, Blazing Bird, Noodles, Jersey Mike's, CupBop Korean BBQ, Smashburger, and Wee Tee).
Friday, October 2, 2026
Post-Masterclasses/Pre-Conference Kick-off Lunch
Lunch prior to the regular conference kick-off at 1:00pm is not provided. However, the following options are available:
- Hotel Cash Cart (credit cards accepted)
- Cold Menu options (drinks not included):
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap: Chopped romaine, ranch cream cheese, celery—$10
- Chimichurri Steak Quinoa Bowl: Chilled sliced steak, blistered tomatoes, red onion, roasted corn, chimichurri—$16
- Chopped Salad: Grilled chicken, romaine, mixed greens, cherry heriloom tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, cheddar jack cheese, chipotle ranch—$16
- Hot Menu options (drinks not included):
- Southwest Philly Sandwich: Ancho steak tips, brioche bun, dynamite sauce, roasted pepper, caramelized onion, cheddar jack sauce—$16
- Classic Cheeseburger: Brioche bun, caramelized onions, American cheese, borealis burger sauce—$16
- Cold Menu options (drinks not included):
- The hotel's Aurora Borealis restaurant—walk back towards the hotel entrance and it will be on the right.
- Snack and concession—walk towards the hotel check-in counter and it's on your left.
- There are 14 restaurants/fast food options within a 5-minute drive or 5 minute drive (15 minute walk) from the hotel:
- 5 minute walk: Panera is to the left when walking straight toward Colfax.
- 5 minute drive (15 minute walk): From Colfax, turn right and head toward Potomac. There are 6 restaurant/food options at the southwest corner of Colfax and Potomac (Imperial Chinese Restaurant, Firehouse Subs, IHOP, Kickin Chicken, Capital Market, and The Great Greek) and across the street on the southeast corner are 7 restaurants/food options (Chipotle, Blazing Bird, Noodles, Jersey Mike's, CupBop Korean BBQ, Smashburger, and Wee Tee).
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Breakfast is not included in registration fields and is not provided. However, the following options are available:
- Hotel Cash Cart (credit cards accepted)
- Longanisa Breakfast Sandwich: Sweet garlic sausage, English muffin, egg, American cheese—$10
- Green Chili Breakfast Burrito: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, cheddar jack cheese, hash browns, borealis pork green chili—$10
- The hotel's Aurora Borealis restaurant—walk back towards the hotel entrance and it will be on the right.
- Coffee Bar and Barista—head towards the Aurora Borealis and it is located to the right of the bar. Offers some light breakfast items and snacks. Prices vary. Closes mid-morning.
- Snack and concession—walk towards the hotel check-in counter and it's on your left.
