The LavaCon staff believes you should get more than rubber chicken and steamed vegetables for your conference dollar, and shouldn’t suffer sub-par food if you have dietary restrictions. So we collaborated with the hotel chef to create a menu that we hope you will enjoy.
Here is an attendee testimonial we received:
Hi Jack and Kevin,
As mentioned in person, I wanted to pass on my complements for the food at the hotel. It was an excellent menu in general and in particular I loved the care, attention, and organization provided to the dietary provisions like vegan food. As a vendor, I attended several conferences this year and this was the best organized and tastiest vegan food!
It was great that they had similar replacements available for the regular menu dishes and would cook it fresh to order each time. Sometimes at similar events the vegan substitution is unimaginative and also challenging to request and receive, but the hotel staff were awesome and I felt very taken care of!
Thank you!!
NL, Senior Solutions Consultant
Do you have a food allergy or dietary request? Let us know when you register and we’ll share it with the hotel staff. Then pick up a dietary card at the registration table to show at meals.
Ready to have your taste buds tickled? Check out this year’s conference food and beverage offerings!
Sunday, 25 October
Registration
Coffee for registration table and pre-conference workshops
Welcome Reception
- Charcuterie Display: Prosciutto, Hot Coppa Salami, Sorpressata, Pickled Okra, Cornichon, Tangerine Chili Marinated Olives, Assorted Crackers, Toast Points, Seasonal Jam, Whole Grain Mustard (including Gluten-Free)
- Cheese Display: Brie, Gorgonzola, Manchego, Basil Marinated Bocconcini Grapes, Berries, Seasonal Jam,
Assorted Crackers, Toast Points, Dried Apricot, Marcona Almonds - Crudité: Baby Carrots, Celery, Sweet Peppers, Asparagus, Broccolini, hummus (V), Buttermilk Herb Dip
- Nacho Bar: Tortilla Chips, Ground Beef, Nacho Cheese, Guacamole, Pickled Jalapenos, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Salsa, Sour Cream (Vegan Meats and Cheeses will be available) *Pictured
Monday, 26 October
Breakfast
- Seasonal Fresh Cut Fruit
- Scrambled Eggs (Vegan Eggs Available)
- Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
- Applewood Smoked Thick Cut Bacon
- Steel Cut Oatmeal with Dried Fruit, Assorted Nuts, and Brown Sugar
- Freshly Baked Flaky Croissants and Homestyle Muffins (including Gluten-Free)
Lunch — The Queens Table
- Baby Gem Lettuce with Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Shredded Carrot, Shredded Cheddar, Black Olives, Croutons, Buttermilk Ranch, White Balsamic Dressing
- Steak Medallions with Red Wine Reduction
- Seared Salmon with Cajun Cream Sauce
- Curry Roasted Cauliflower (GF/V)
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes (GF/ V)
- Sautéed Green Beans (GF, V)
Afternoon Break
- Banana Cake topped with Dehydrated Banana Chips, Fresh Strawberries, and Almond Butter Frosting (GF/V)
- Assorted Miss Vicky Chips, Pretzels, and Popcorn
Networking Reception
- BBQ Pig Pick’n
- Crudité: Baby Carrots, Celery, Sweet Peppers, Asparagus, Broccolini, hummus (V), Buttermilk Herb Dip
- Slider Bar: Cheeseburgers, Brioche Buns (GF), BBQ Pulled Pork, Hawaiian Buns (GF), Fried Green Tomato (V), Pimento Cheese, Chipotle Ketchup, Cornichon, Pickled Onion
- Mac N Cheese Bar: Grilled Chicken, Brisket Burnt Ends, Bacon Lardons, Grilled Wild Mushroom, Butter Cracker Crumbs, Chives & Roasted Tomato, Parmesan Cheese, Gorgonzola Crumbles (GF/V options available)
Tuesday, 27 October
Breakfast
- Seasonal Fresh Cut Fruit
- Scrambled Eggs (Vegan Eggs Available)
- Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
- Applewood Smoked Thick Cut Bacon
- Steel Cut Oatmeal with Dried Fruit, Assorted Nuts, and Brown Sugar
- Freshly Baked Flaky Croissants and Homestyle Muffins (including Gluten-Free)
- Fried Chicken on Butter Milk Waffles (GF options available)
Lunch – North Carolina BBQ Table
- Baby Gem Lettuce with Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Shredded Carrot, Shredded Cheddar, Black Olives, Croutons, Buttermilk Ranch, White Balsamic Dressing
- Smoked Brisket
- BBQ Chicken Thighs
- BBQ Jackfruit “Pulled Pork” (V)
- Coleslaw (V)
- Creamy Mac N Cheese (GF/V options available)
- BBQ Baked Beans
Afternoon Break
- Mocktail Bourbon Bread Pudding (V/GF)
Wednesday, 28 October
Breakfast
- Seasonal Fresh Cut Fruit
- Freshly Baked Flaky Croissants and Home Style Muffins (including Gluten-Free)
- Assorted Cereals and Individual Yogurts (Vegan Yogurt Available)
- Hard Boiled Eggs
