SEDONA, Ariz. (March 25, 2026) – Set against Sedona’s iconic red rock landscape, Forty1 — the signature restaurant at Ambiente, North America’s first landscape hotel and Arizona’s only Two MICHELIN Key property — is ushering in spring with a dynamic new seasonal menu that reflects both the rhythms of the Verde Valley and a globally inspired culinary perspective.
Led by Executive Chef Kyle Rhodes, the refreshed menu showcases a thoughtful fusion of Asian, French, Caribbean, Mediterranean and Southwestern influences. Rooted in the restaurant’s commitment to exceptional quality, the menu highlights locally sourced produce, premium meats and dock-to-doorstep seafood, with an emphasis on in-house preparation and whole-ingredient utilization to minimize waste.
This spring, guests can expect bright, expressive dishes built around peak seasonal ingredients such as fava beans, peas, beets, mushrooms and leeks, all thoughtfully composed to reflect both the landscape and the season.
“Spring in the Verde Valley is incredibly inspiring; the ingredients are vibrant, fresh and full of life,” said Chef Rhodes. “With this menu, we wanted to celebrate that energy while weaving in global influences that complement the natural flavors of the region. Every dish is designed to feel balanced, intentional and connected to place.”
New dinner highlights include the Seared Diver Scallops with roasted trumpet and beech mushrooms, peas and gnocchi, Jerk-Spiced Chicken Breast with coconut basmati fried rice and charred pineapple relish and Coco-Braised Pork Belly with mole verde, fava beans and toasted pepita chili crunch. Additional standouts include Seared Marinated Lamb Loin with chorizo and fagioli di controne heirloom bean ragout, Pan Seared Duck with smoked farro and braised beets and a rich Leek and Fungi Risotto finished with mascarpone, parmesan and beurre noisette crumble. Guests can also enjoy the Soy Glazed Market Fish served with coconut red curry shellfish sauce and bok choy, as well as the Copper State Prime Beef Tartare featuring ancho oil, Hatch green chili, bourbon sabayon and seeded sourdough toast.
The lunch menu introduces equally fresh, flavor-forward offerings such as the Sonoran Chicken Gyro with Hatch chile-marinated chicken and cilantro-lime yogurt, Crab Tostada with yuzu aioli and passionfruit gel, Carne Asada with Fried Smashed Potatoes paired with avocado salsa verde and an Ahi Bánh Mì featuring gochujang aioli and pickled vegetables.
With its nature-forward setting and ever-evolving menu, Forty1 continues to define Sedona’s dining scene, offering a thoughtful, place-driven experience that captures the essence of the destination while drawing inspiration from across the globe.
Forty1 is open to the public. To learn more or to book a reservation, visit AmbienteSedona.com/dine.
About Ambiente, a Landscape Hotel
The first of its kind in North America and the only Two MICHELIN Key hotel in Arizona, Ambiente, a Landscape Hotel is uniquely situated among Sedona’s legendary red rock monoliths, offering guests an intimate and immersive experience amidst one of the world’s most stunning natural locations. As the only adults-only destination in Sedona, the award-winning boutique hotel features 40 freestanding, cube-shaped Atriums that embody elegant, minimalistic architecture through bronzed glass exteriors that reflect the surrounding landscape by day and fill the landscape with a soft, ethereal glow by night. In line with landscape hotels around the world, expertly placed stilts elevate the structures, simultaneously preserving the existing topography below and allowing for breathtaking, 360-degree views from every angle of the property. With contemporary, elemental interiors, free-flowing waterways underfoot and private rooftop decks that put the Dark Sky city’s beaming stars on full display, the Atriums’ sleek design exudes a tranquil, lavish hideaway that solidifies the hotel’s status as the most luxurious in Sedona. Guests can also indulge in elevated dining at the onsite restaurant, Forty1, unwind at the award-winning Velvet Spa, or explore the many adventures the region has to offer. Opened in February 2023, Ambiente is committed to providing a sustainable destination for global travelers that is harmonious with the environment. To learn more, visit AmbienteSedona.com.
