Reflecting its Japanese influence, each dish from the kitchen and every guest experience at Nobu Scottsdale is delivered with kokoro — meaning “from the heart.” Guests will discover new ways to appreciate that spirit of hospitality with the introduction of the restaurant’s new winter and holiday menus, ideal for infusing some culinary magic into this season of sharing and caring.

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Winter omakase menu at Nobu Scottsdale

Each season brings a new culinary adventure to Nobu, and the new Winter Omakase is no exception. This exclusive seven-course omakase experience, crafted to captivate the senses, features Nobu’s signature masterpieces, from an elegant sashimi tasting and artful sushi course to a refreshing salad, the iconic Black Cod Miso and a perfectly seared Prime Tenderloin, all culminating in a dessert that delights every palate.

For guests well-acquainted with these favorites, chefs will tailor a unique seasonal menu. The omakase menu is offered nightly through February. Reservations are recommended; visit OpenTable.

Featured holiday specials at Nobu Scottsdale

Celebrate the magic of the season with Nobu holiday specials including the Yonten-Mori (sashimi tasting for two), featuring Toro Yuzu Miso with Jalapeño Salsa, Salmon Kelp Roll with Ponzu Sauce, Amaebi Tartare with Caviar and Scallop Ceviche.

Guests can also sample a classic Nobu dish with a twist: The Glacier 51 Sea Bass with Truffle, a Chilean Sea Bass glazed with truffle mirin soy, topped with Burgundy winter truffle, crispy shiso and shiitake mushrooms. Additional featured holiday dishes include a Tai Truffle Special, Scallop in Phyllo and Flannery Dry-Aged NY Strip.

The special holiday menu will be presented Wednesday, Dec. 24, through Thursday, Jan. 1, exclusively at Nobu Scottsdale. Reservations are recommended; visit OpenTable.

December cocktail of the month at Nobu Scottsdale

Building on the rich, full-bodied warmth of Macallan Sherry Cask 12 Year Scotch, the December Cocktail of the Month is the Tamarind Setsu Sour, concocted by Bartender Robyn Kim. The tamarind syrup’s bold tangy flavor helps complement the smooth, slightly fruity flavors from the Macallan 12 with a hint of spice from the sherry cask.

“The sweet notes from the Macallan 12 reminded me of tamarindo candies that I enjoyed as a kid,” Kim says. “I wanted to elevate it with a play on a scotch sour with tamarind. The setsu implements the ‘snow element’ from the fee foam to bring a nice velvety mouthfeel. The flavors bring a nice, spiced holiday vibe.”

Tanoshi Hour and holiday gifting at Nobu Scottsdale

After an afternoon of shopping, wind down with Tanoshi Hour at Nobu, where signature cocktails pair with curated bar bites. Offered in the bar lounge area, Tanoshi Hours are weekdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 5 to 6 p.m.

If you still have a few names to cross off your list, stop by the front desk on your way out to request a gift card and give the gift of quality ingredients, exceptional service and inspired cuisine.

Location and information for Nobu Scottsdale

Nobu, the iconic Japanese restaurant empire founded by partners Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has expanded to include 57 restaurants around the world, together with a stunning collection of Nobu Hotels and Residences. Nobu continues to attract fans worldwide for its enduring atmosphere and continual reinvention of genre-defining cuisine. Learn more at noburestaurants.com.