Steenberg Christmas: Festive Fare at Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82

Old oaks, green vines, glorious gardens, mountain views and a serene wine farm ambience, Christmas at Steenberg is a relaxed and delicious affair. Chef Kerry Kilpin and team have pulled out all the stops with special Christmas menus at both Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82, and all the family is welcome to join (there are fun and tasty multi-course kids’ menus too).

Christmas at Tryn

There’s a timeless sense of history to signature restaurant, Tryn. Set in a Cape Dutch building on one side of the Steenberg werf, with lawns spreading out from the oak-shaded terrace (and the vineyard terrace opening out on the other side of the restaurant), there’s plenty of al fresco space to stretch out and relax with family and friends as you settle in for a splendid feast. This is what’s on the menu, kicking off with a welcome glass of Steenberg Chardonnay Brut Cap Classique:

Amuse bouche Crunchy pani puri filled with porcini and black garlic
Starter Sumac-cured ethically-sourced fish, verjus vinaigrette, pickled strawberries, cucumber and mint salad, labneh
Second course Grilled Vannamei prawns, fennel purée, fresh asparagus, aubergine atchar, Cape Malay velouté
Main Grilled duck breast, confit croquette, parsnip purée, broccolini, peach & pink peppercorn jus, pickled stone fruit
Dessert Tonka bean and hazelnut delice, morello cherry compote, orange blossom ganache
Friandise A selection

Cost R1 395 (food only)
R1 895 (with wine pairing)
R650 (child under 12)
When 24 December 2023, from 6pm
25 December 2023, 12pm – 3pm
Contact 021 713 7178, info@tryn.co.za
Book through DinePlan

Christmas at Bistro Sixteen82

The contemporary bistro, tucked next to the wine cellar, has its own air of elegance, looking out onto an open-air terrace next to tranquil water features and indigenous gardens, with the mountains behind. Welcomed with a glass of Steenberg Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc on arrival, there’s a lot to look forward to on the flavour-packed menu:

Amuse bouche Stracciatella & aubergine-filled pan puri with truffle honey
Starter Sesame-crusted tuna tataki, miso crisps, shimeji mushrooms, edamame, avo, mushroom soy vinaigrette
Second course Pan-fried prawns, asparagus & fennel feuillet, charred corn & black garlic velouté
Main Seshwan pepper-crusted venison loin & confit croquette, parsnip purée, greens, vanilla bean jus
Dessert Chocolate namelaka with macadamia sponge, summer cherries & popped millet
Friandise Macaroons, passionfruit tartlets, Valrhona chocolate truffles

Cost R1 295 (food only)
R1 795 (with wine pairing)
R650 (child under 12)
When 24 December 2023, from 6pm
25 December 2023, 12pm – 3pm
Contact 021 713 2211, reservations@bistro1682.co.za
Book through DinePlan

Celebrate the season in the heavenly peace and scenic beauty of this historic Winelands wine farm.

Good to know There are alternative vegetarian menus and children’s menus at both restaurants.
Where to find it Steenberg Farm, Steenberg Road, Tokai

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