Can I write off meals during overnight business travel?

Meals incurred during overnight business travel are deductible if the travel is for business purposes and the expenses are not lavish or extravagant. The deduction is typically limited to 50% of the cost of the meals. The travel must be away from your tax home and require you to sleep or rest to meet the demands of your work while away. For example, if you are a consultant traveling to a conference in another state, meals purchased during this trip can be deductible.