Conference Format and Schedule

Presence 2001 
Opening Night Dinner Event at 
The OMNI Hotel at Independence Park 
May 21, 2001

"Overlooking Independence Park is the Azalea Room, a graciously appointed restaurant featuring a distinctive menu of American regional cuisine. Delicious game from Pennsylvania farms, fresh vegetables from New Jersey gardens, seafood from the Chesapeake. You will dine unhurriedly, served by a poised waitstaff."

Schedule and Dinner Menu
 
6:30 - 7:30 Reception (cash bar)
   
7:30 - ? Dinner and special presentation, including a Call for Participation in a new presence-related research project

MENU

Starter: Delaware Valley Mixed Green Salad with Hearts of Palm, black olives, and cherry tomatoes. Choice of dressings include Olive Oil and Red Wine Vinegar or Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette. 

Mains: Your choice of one of the following entrees: 

  • Boneless Breast of Chicken stuffed with Spinach and Borsin Cheese and Merlot Demi Sauce 

    • Garlic Mashed Potatoes 
    Medley of Seasonal Vegetables
     
  • Poached Atlantic Salmon with Basil Cream Sauce 

    • Saffron Risotto or Jasmine Rice 
    Medley of Seasonal Vegetables 
     
  • Roasted Corn Fettuccini tossed with a roasted red pepper pesto, Kalamati Olives, Extra Virgin olive oil, Tomato Concassee, basil, Topped with Mozzarella cheese (vegetarian entree) 
Dessert: "Dessert Duet:" Chocolate Roulade and New York Style Cheese Cake with Seasonal Berries and fruit sauce 
 

Beverages include House Blend regular and decaffeinated Coffee, Herbal Tea, and Soft Drinks.