As spring breathes new life into the desert, Cala Scottsdale invites guests on a sun-drenched escape to the Mediterranean with a vibrant new seasonal menu. Tucked at the base of the Senna House Hotel in the heart of Old Town, Cala continues to channel the breezy glamour of coastal Europe, where seaside flavors, spirited energy, and fresh ingredients converge into one unforgettable dining experience.
Crafted under the guidance of renowned Chef Beau Macmillan and Executive Chef Peter McQuaid, Cala’s refresh celebrates the region’s rich culinary diversity—from the olive groves of Greece to the citrus-drenched shores of Southern Italy. The new menu introduces dishes that are bold yet refined, prepared daily with local produce, handmade pasta, and fresh seafood. Signature favorites remain—like the pancetta-laced Lumache alla Vodka and the fragrant Moroccan chicken with braised olives and preserved lemon—but new additions hint at playful innovation.
The Sausage & Peppers Pizza, layered with hot Italian sausage, red pepper, vodka sauce, and mozzarella, is a satisfying nod to Southern Italian comfort, elevated by the house’s artisanal crust. Meanwhile, the grilled swordfish paella offers a coastal mosaic of saffron-scented bomba rice, English peas, salsa verde, and roasted vegetables—sunshine on a plate.
The cocktail program is equally invigorated, blending top-tier spirits with seasonal ingredients for a taste that is as refreshing as it is transportive. The pomegranate piña colada blends Bumbu aged rum with banana liqueur, coconut cream, lime, and a splash of pomegranate and bitters—lush, balanced, and unmistakably tropical. For something spiced and sparkling, the Caribbean Cask Paloma reinvents the classic with mezcal, elderflower, rhubarb bitters, and a flourish of grapefruit tonic.
Non-drinkers are well catered to with bright and botanical mocktails, like the Golden Turmeric Spritz, a glowing blend of cantaloupe, turmeric, ginger, and sparkling water, and the Mango Amore, which layers mango and watermelon purée with Seedlip’s Grove 42 for a juicy, citrus-kissed refresher.
Desserts keep the indulgence going strong. The butterscotch pot de crème arrives luxuriously topped with salted caramel and chantilly, while the Black Forest dessert evokes drama with flourless chocolate cake, sour cherry compote, and a scoop of black cherry chocolate chip gelato. The lemon meringue semifreddo offers a lighter finish, brightened by torched meringue, blueberry compote, and caramelized white chocolate.
Surrounded by swaying palms, a 40-ft. patio bar, and the hum of day-to-night revelry, Cala Scottsdale is an alluring destination for those drawn to Mediterranean elegance and modern culinary artistry. With each dish and cocktail, spring unfolds in full bloom—sunny, spirited, and completely transportive.
Cala Scottsdale is open Sunday to Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, from 7 a.m. to midnight.
For more information, visit calascottsdale.com.
7501 E. Camelback Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251