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Botany of Thanksgiving

Conservation Culinary

Join Vice President of Conservation Michael Eason and the Garden’s culinary team for an appetizing journey into the Botany of Thanksgiving.
Date
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost $55 ($45 members)
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Explore the fascinating history, cultivation, and botanical stories of plants native to the Americas that have become essential to our favorite holiday traditions. Then, let the culinary team take the story from garden to table with a delicious tasting inspired by corn, sweet potatoes, pecans, squash, potatoes, and chiles. Come curious, leave hungry, and discover Thanksgiving from a whole new perspective.

Instructors: VP of Conservation Michael Eason and The Gardens Culinary Team

This lecture-based cooking class is recommended for 18+ and all skill levels, but for those with a desire to learn from our head of conservatio

Menu
  • Roasted Turkey and Wild Rice in Ancho Chile and Smoked Tomato Broth
  • Charred Poblano and Winter Squash Rajas with Mexican Crema, Pepitas and Tostadas
  • Sweet Potato Tamales
  • Roasted Potatoes with Brown Butter, Queso Fresco topped with Smoked Pecan and Sage Crumble