You are ready to host your best business conference yet! You’ve got the venue booked, the speakers confirmed and the goodie bags packed, but have you thought about the menu?
Most companies and their event planners underestimate the importance of the menu options at a business conference. The menu will often determine whether the conference is a success or not because the type of food you eat will affect the way you feel. So here at Arbutus Hospitality, we decided to put together a little list of what we think you should consider having the best business conference yet!
Choose slow release carbohydrates:
It is common practice for people to look to sugar when energy levels are dropping but sugary foods are broken down quickly by the body, resulting in a burst of energy followed by a ‘crash’.
Asparagus, broccoli, sweet potato, quinoa, fruit, and oats are some of the options for slow release carbohydrates. If you want to maintain energy, satiation and engagement levels at your conference, be sure to plan your meals around these kinds of foods.
Serve Oily Fish
Salmon, halibut, mackerel, and tuna contain essential fatty acids that can’t be produced by the body. The omega 3 in these fats contribute to good memory and concentration. Instead of wanting a nap after lunch, your attendee’s minds will be sharper than ever if you feed them this. If fish isn’t available, walnuts are an alternative as they are also rich in omega 3.
Potential menus:
Here is a potential breakfast, lunch and snack menu for you to use as a guideline:
Breakfast menu: oats, muesli and yogurt (low-fat option should be available), freshly squeezed juices, water, hot beverages, a wide variety of fruit, healthy muffins and whole grain bagels.
Lunch menu: salad, mushroom risotto, vegetable stir fry, fish or chicken white meat, sweet potato and halloumi wraps.
Snack menu: an assortment of nuts, cheeses, fruit skewers, whole wheat crackers and rice cakes. Juices and hot beverages.