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Foraged Holiday Cookies

Led by botanist Joey Jaros, participants learn the fundamentals of safe foraging and receive a step-by-step guide for making acorn flour. Using the flour and native plants gathered around Columbus, the class prepares a dark chocolate and acorn florentine, a persimmon crinkle cookie, and a spicebush gingerbread. Attendees sample each treat and take home three prepared doughs to bake during the holidays.

What to Expect

Bake holiday cookies using acorn flour and native foraged plants.

Event Details

Food & Drink

Participants sample a dark chocolate and acorn florentine, a persimmon crinkle cookie, and a spicebush gingerbread.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

All-ages cookie bakers and curious foragers

Vibe

Cozy, hands-on, educational

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203
Columbus, OH

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $70; $65 for members. – Get tickets
  • Hours: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Register for the class in advance using the event registration option.
  • Contact Nicole Tabit before the class about food allergies, dietary restrictions or ingredient concerns.
  • Check your spam folder for any class communications if they do not appear in your inbox.
  • Plan to take home three prepared cookie doughs for your holiday baking.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Conservatory members receive a discount.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take part in the class?

The class is open to all ages and is led by botanist and field ecologist Joey Jaros.

What will participants make?

The class uses acorn flour and native plants gathered around Columbus to make a dark chocolate and acorn florentine, a persimmon crinkle cookie and a spicebush gingerbread.

Do participants get to taste or take anything home?

Participants sample each cookie and take home three prepared doughs for holiday baking.

What will I learn about foraging?

The class covers the basics of foraging safely, and participants receive a step-by-step guide to making acorn flour.

Who should I contact about dietary restrictions or ingredients?

Contact Nicole Tabit about food allergies, dietary restrictions or ingredient questions and concerns.

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Last Updated: Nov 2, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team