Cherry Blossom Festival Food & Drink Trail
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Take a Greater Columbus Food and Drink Adventure with Places We Love!
Most of these businesses have been celebrating the cherry blossom season in their own way for years.
This year, they are joining forces with IVO to create a Cherry Blossom Food and Drink Trail.
During the 2025 Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival--March 24 to April 25--enjoy flavors inspired by Japan at these festival participant locations.
Give some love to these businesses who show us some love.
Check each location's website for opening days and hours.
Please note. The purchase of an item is required for a passport stamp.
**Belle’s Bread - A family-owned French bakery with Japanese influences. The Cherry Blossom Melon Roll is made with genuine cherry blossom powder from Japan. 1168 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus.
**Daruma Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi. Here, hibachi masters provide a Japanese cuisine, culinary thrill. Enjoy a free appetizer (Daruma pick) with a paid order. 3939 Ridge Mill Dr. Hilliard.
** Little Cat- (Not a cat shelter) Boba, also known as bubble tea, plus coffee are specialties at this trendy cafe. The mochi donuts make a perfect pairing with a Cherry Blossom Boba. 212 Kelton Ave, (in East Market) Columbus.
** Mjomii Dessert and Coffee House- Desserts and beverages are inspired by East Asian and European cuisines Macarons are in 12 classic and rotating flavors. Try them all, but these are the days for the Cherry Blossom Macaron. In Carriage Place Shopping Center, 2560 Bethel Rd., Columbus.
**Wolf Ridge Brewing Tap House- Where beer is a passion and innovation inspires the menu. Award-winning craft beer classics and seasonal favorites are paired with creative approaches to food. Enjoy the Hinoki, a Japanese inspired lager during the festival. Bring your passport for a $1 discount. 215 N 4th St, Columbus.
**Zen Cha Café and Tea - Serves a variety of teas from around the world and more. For a festival celebration pleasure, order the Kyoto Cherry Blossom Tea. 2396 E Main St, Bexley.
*photo of Ispahans courtesy of Mjomii Dessert and Coffee House
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