AOAC 2017 Annual Meeting Preliminary Program

ADVENTURES IN ATLANTA AOAC INTERNATIONAL welcomes you to Atlanta, Georgia, USA, site of the 131st AOAC Annual Meeting and Exposition. From attractions and historic landmarks to world-class shopping, sporting events, and more, discover why Atlanta ranks among the top places in the United States to travel in 2017. In Atlanta, fine dining, shopping, and rich history combine with inspiration-inducing attractions to create a city with Southern charm and world-class sophistication. It’s easy to see why Atlanta is one of the most popular destinations in the Southeast to live and to visit. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis, headquarters for this year’s Annual Meeting, is conveniently located in the heart of downtown in Peachtree Center. The indoor MARTA, a downtown Atlanta train station, offers guests direct access to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport just 15 miles away. This newly modernized hotel puts you near sites like Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, CNN Center, Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Dome, and College Football Hall of Fame. Start exploring! DINING The hotel’s restaurant selection includes: M-STORE: Shop for gifts and sundries or pick up to-go items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Atlanta Marriott Marquis’ hotel convenience shop. M-Store serves ready-to- eat sandwiches and snacks to take back to your room or

SEAR: Dining reaches new heights of sophistication at Sear, with sizzling fire-inspired steaks and succulent seafood. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. HIGH VELOCITY: As one of the largest sports bars in downtown Atlanta, High Velocity is an energetic American restaurant known for tasty pub fare. Twenty-one plasma screens show guests highlights of the latest news and sporting events. Open for lunch and dinner. PULSE: Experience the bustling energy and the art of mixology with a twist at this classically cool downtown Atlanta restaurant and cocktail lounge. Pulse provides guests a relaxing atmosphere and an amazing 50-foot, color-changing sail. Open for dinner. STARBUCKS ® : Perfect for on-the-go guests, Starbucks at Atlanta Marriott Marquis serves signature coffee drinks. For a bite to eat, stop by for a light snack or pastry. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

on-the-go. Open for lunch and dinner. MORE OPTIONS NEARBY INCLUDE:

COMMUNITY SMITH: (American, 1.3 miles) Simple food and superior goods, expertly crafted with the neighborhood in mind. Community Smith also has The Garden open spring to fall, located atop of Community Smith. The Garden is a modern bar and grill with fantastic views. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. LEGAL SEA FOODS RESTAURANT AND OYSTER BAR: (Seafood, 0.7 miles). The two-story restaurant is double the fun for Atlantans who love seafood. The buzz-worthy Oyster Bar is the street level lounge. Open for lunch and dinner. RAY’S IN THE CITY: (American, 0.2 miles) Enjoy live music, hand-cut steaks, made-to-order sushi, and seafood flown in daily from the Atlantic and Pacific all in a casual, yet elegant setting. Open for lunch and dinner.

38 WWW.AOAC.ORG  301.924.7077