Tryn Restaurant at Steenberg

On 13 November 2020, I was graciously hosted by Tryn Restauarnt at the Steenberg Wine Estate to sample their new Dinner menu.
The restaurant is set in a traditional Cape Dutch Gable building, yet the interior houses various dining spaces in bursts of rich colour with touches of Art Deco.

I have been a few times to Steenberg Estate for wine tasting, but not yet to dine. Tryn is a rather new addition to the beautiful estate and the name is short for Catharina Ras, the 17th Century founder of the Estate. Their menus are varied and easily accommodates for all diet preferences.

Known for adding a touch of Asian and Middle Eastern flair to her classically prepared food, Chef Kerry enlivens the familiar with exciting twists and flavour combinations to delight all palates.
– Tryn Restaurant

The dishes were well portioned each with a variety of intense and spectacular flavours.

Starters

Amuse Bouche: Salmon Cream Cheese & Sour Cream Butter

Oysters Served with shallot, vinaigrette or lime and Ponzu granite, chilli & coriander

Salt & Pepper Calamari with red cabbage slaw, citrus vinaigrette, lime gel & coriander mayo

Pan-Fried Prawns with cauliflower puree, pees, potato & nori crunch parsley veloute

Main

Braised Lamb Neck with herb ricotta stuffing, butternut, feta, mint and pea salsa, lemon jus

Beef Sirloin / Fillet with pumpkin puree, roast pumpkin and thyme arancini, fine beans, brandy & pepper jus

Dessert

Dark chocolate sphere with vanilla mousse, caramel sauce, peanut butter praline and vanilla ice-cream

Cheese Platter: A selection of local cheese and preserves.

The Setting

Boasting excellent food and excellent views all around, Tryn is an experience that cannot be missed if you are in the Cape. They have both indoor and outdoor seating areas allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Cape Winelands in any season.