The Culinary Series at Ascent
Aug 12, 2025
At Nøgen, dining is not a routine—it is a revelation. The Culinary Series is our promise that each season brings a new voice, a new vision, and a new reason to gather at the table. World-class chefs from around the globe arrive to share their artistry with our members, transforming evenings into rare performances that exist only once.
Every chef who graces our rooftop leaves behind a signature, weaving heritage and innovation into dishes that surprise as much as they delight. One season may unveil French elegance shaped by desert ingredients; the next may capture the purity of Japanese precision with unexpected warmth. Each menu tells a story, not just of flavor, but of perspective—crafted to be remembered long after the final course.
The beauty of the Culinary Series lies in its fleeting nature. No menu repeats, no evening is duplicated. Members arrive not knowing exactly what awaits, only that it will be extraordinary. This rhythm of change ensures that each visit offers discovery, a sense of anticipation as natural and essential as the first sip of wine.
Dinner becomes more than dining; it becomes immersion. Service flows with quiet grace, wines are curated to complement rather than compete, and every detail—from the light spilling across the terrace to the timing of each plate—supports the chef’s vision. In this setting, Scottsdale itself feels like part of the performance, its desert horizon a backdrop to the artistry at hand.
As one chapter closes, another begins. The Culinary Series at Nøgen is a continuous unveiling, a journey through flavors and philosophies that evolve with every season. For our members, it is a guarantee that the table is never the same twice—yet always extraordinary.