Reusable decorations highlighted the theme of each buffet. “We purchased some inexpensive, easy-to-move furniture in order to be able to brand our Wall of Desserts feature,” Margolin adds.
C AT E R I N G
“The open house was special because most oncampus caterers don’t take the opportunity to re-brand their service,” Margolin says. “This has been successful and helps us to compete with outside caterers. We have shown that we can be as creative as they are, while also being cost effective—with the added bonus of keeping the dollars on campus!”
THE G O URMET GALA AT I OWA STAT E UNIVERS IT Y
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For dessert at the Taste of Ames, a lemon custard Napoleon was offered, in addition to hazelnut triangle torte and tres leches.
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C A M P U S D I N I N G TO DAY
In previous years, Special Olympics Iowa hosted a Taste of Ames event that allowed restaurants from the Ames area to showcase their food. In 2010 and 2011, Special Olympics Iowa took a different approach and featured gourmet food items in the ambiance of a highclass event. The theme became The Gourmet Gala to represent the new emphasis on special events with top-notch menu options.