Menu

Update (posted at 6:30 pm on June 23): The information listed below is for the Sept. 25-27 MOS Convention in Salisbury, MD.

To assist with your registration decision-making concerning whether or not to include meals, below is the menu for this convention. Gathering at our meals after birding is a great way to share stories about what you saw with your fellow birders.

When registering for the convention, please indicate any food allergies or dietary constraints, such as Vegan or Gluten-free. We will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

You are not required to purchase meals during the convention. There are many dining options available in Salisbury.

Meal Plans for Dining at the DoubleTree

All meals will be provided by Savour, the restaurant and event caterer at the DoubleTree. Prices listed below include the per person meal cost plus the required gratuity.

When you register for the meals, you will also register for the convention ($60/person for MOS members and $80/person for non-members). The total cost you will see on the registration page is going to include the meal cost plus registration fee.

Breakfast and lunch are on your own on Friday, Sept. 25. The meal plan begins with dinner on Friday, Sept. 25 and ends with lunch on Sunday, Sept. 27.

You may choose the “All Meals” option, or you may purchase meals individually. Below are your seven choices:

  1. “All Meals” plan for $202.00/person. This includes:
    • dinner on Friday, Sept. 25
    • breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday, Sept. 26
    • breakfast and lunch on Sunday, Sept. 27
  2. Buffet Dinner on Friday, Sept. 25 for $47/person
  3. Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, Sept. 26 for $23/person
  4. Lunch on Saturday, Sept. 26 for $30/person
    • For the Saturday lunch, you will receive a Buffet or Box Lunch. Your choice will depend on whether or not you select an all-day field trip on Saturday, Sept. 26 when field trip selection opens on August 1.
  5. Buffet Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 26 for $47/person
  6. Buffet Breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 27 for $23/person
  7. Buffet Lunch on Sunday, Sept. 27 for $32/person

The Convention Committee is aware food costs have increased since the 2025 convention in Frederick, MD. MOS took this into consideration during the venue selection process.

Below are the menus and times for each meal.

Friday “With Love from Italy” Dinner Buffet – served from 6:00 – 7:00 pm

  • Italian Wedding Soup (GF)
  • Caesar Salad: Chopped Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan, Old Bay Croutons, Red Onions, & Caesar Dressing (GF without croutons)
  • Chicken Artichoke Piccata: A Boneless Breast Lightly Breaded and Sautéed Topped with Lemon White Wine Caper Sauce (GF)
  • Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
  • Roasted Fingerlings Potatoes (GF/V/VE)
  • Brussel Sprouts (GF/V/VE)
  • Garlic Bread (V/VE)
  • Tiramisu (V)

Saturday Breakfast Buffet – served from 5:45 – 6:45 am

  • Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad (GF/V/VE)
  • Fluffy Scrambled Eggs (GF)
  • Choice of Two: crispy bacon, sausage, or turkey sausage (GF)
  • With Hash Brown Potatoes (V/VE), Toast (V/VE), and Fresh Baked Assorted Pastries
  • Butter and Preserves

Saturday Box Lunch – can be picked up starting at 5:45 am

Two options, both include water, chips and cookie:

  • Vegan Garden Wrap OR Roasted Turkey on Baguette

Saturday “South of the Border” Lunch Buffet – served from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

  • Mexican Salad: Lettuce, Bell Peppers, Onion, Tomato, Corn, Black Beans with Lemon Garlic Dressing (GF/V/VE)
  • Flour Tortillas (V/VE), and Hard Corn Taco Shells (GF)
  • Seasoned Ground Beef and Sautéed Chicken (GF)
  • Guacamole, Diced Tomatoes, Jalapeños, Shredded Cheddar, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce
  • Black Beans & Rice (GF/V/VE)
  • Freshly Baked Cookies (V)

Saturday “Southern BBQ” Dinner Buffet – served from 6:00 – 7:00 pm

  • Spinach Salad with Apple, Pecans, and Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing (GF/V/VE)
  • Pulled Pork with Honey BBQ (GF)
  • Maryland Fried Chicken
  • Cowboy Baked Beans with Jalapeños (GF/V/VE)
  • Tart and Tangy Coleslaw (GF/V/VE)
  • Baked Potato Bar (GF)
  • Cornbread with Honey Butter (V)
  • Fresh Fruit Cobbler (V)

Sunday Breakfast Buffet – served from 5:45 – 6:45 am

  • Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad (GF/V/VE)
  • Fluffy Scrambled Eggs (GF)
  • Choice of Two: crispy bacon, sausage, or turkey sausage (GF)
  • With Hash Brown Potatoes (V/VE), Toast (V/VE), and Fresh Baked Assorted Pastries
  • Butter and Preserves

Sunday “Comfort Food” Lunch Buffet – served from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

  • Tomato Basil Soup (GF without croutons/V)
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwiches: with and without Crispy Bacon (V without bacon)
  • Fried Chicken
  • Chef’s Special Meatloaf (GF)
  • Outstanding White Cheddar Mac & Cheese (V)
  • Mashed Potatoes (GF/V)
  • Fresh baked Cookies (V)

Key

  • GF – Gluten Free
  • VE – Vegan
  • V – Vegetarian