order soup only I suppose. Don't worry about what others think.. If you don't want to share that you had surgery then just say you had a late lunch.

Soup is always a good standby...or mashed potatoes...but I would go with soup.

thanks for the help. it is unfortunately a limited buffet in a board room ergo no soup, but mashed potatoes is a good idea. I like the late lunch idea also. perhaps I will show up 15 minutes late when the eating is usually over and the meeting starts.

alex

Purchase a blender ball cup. Have a protein shake or have mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower. Is soft baked fish available?

I can actually request any food I want. just the issue of allowing 35 business acquaintances into my private life. Perhaps by then I will be over keeping it private.

thanks

alex

You could bring a protein shake and tell them you're doing one of those trendy body cleanses

I would probably eat before going and then go with the late lunch excuse (which would be true if you eat before going). Honestly, people get so busy worrying about themselves, it probably won't even be noticed or mentioned.