Tryn – Steenberg’s vibrant new signature restaurant opens

Tryn, a vibrant new signature restaurant opens at Steenberg in September with cherished Constantia chef, Kerry Kilpin, at the helm.

Ethical Fish

Emerging from the chrysalis after the complete transformation of Catharina’s Restaurant which closed after 21 years, Tryn is a refreshed, youthful and stylish space that appeals with leisurely charm and inspiring cuisine.

Dedicated to Steenberg’s 17th century founder, Catharina Ras, or Tryn as she was known to her nearest and dearest, the new restaurant is contemporary in spirit with fabulous food, bold accents and modern textures.

Ash Crusted Chevin

“My team and I are very excited about bringing Catharina into the 21st century with the opening of Tryn, and creating a dining experience that is more connected to her free and feisty spirit,” says Steenberg Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin.

Tryn’s personality is splashed on bold and gutsy ruby and jade walls in the private dining areas. Solid timber and hardy stone convey her strength, whilst delicate layering of textured fabrics and wall effects coat the space with her femininity. Rich burnt orange and mustard tones in the soft furnishings add scatterings of her feisty character. An inviting bar draws guests into the heart of the space and beckons after work encounters either indoors or on the tranquil outstretched terrace overlooking verdant vineyards.

Lamb Rack

At Tryn, Chef Kerry takes her culinary skills to the next level, featuring an abundance of fresh ingredients, honest flavours and intuitive service. 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.

Her menu is accessible and easy to navigate with ample choice of deliciously prepared dishes. Meat lovers will find all their favourite cuts, while vegetarians can savour Chef Kerry’s signature brand of delectable tastes and textures. Her profound passion for ethically sourced fish also shines through on the Tryn menu.

Tempura Prawns

When it comes to exciting your taste buds, bursts of traditional and exotic flavours are interspersed throughout the menu. Think ponzu, daikon, edamame and sriracha from the East, or sumac, cumin and harissa from North Africa – you will find them all on the Tryn menu. South African heritage ingredients such as rooibos and spekboom also take their rightful place in syrups and chutneys.

Let Chef Kerry tempt you with her signature “sweet merriment”. True to her personal style, she has infused some unexpected savoury notes such as basil, coriander, thyme and cardamom into her desserts.

Warm Chocolate & Strawberry Sphere

Expect a sensory narrative for a refined dining experience and envision Tryn

flirting and swaying amongst the guests, lavishing her role as hostess in a space that conveys her persona.

Tryn is open seven days a week as of 2 September 2019 for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For bookings contact +27 (0)21 7137178 or email info@tryn.co.za

Tryn Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin

More about Catharina Ras AKA Tryn

The pioneering and courageous Catharina Ras, or Tryn as she was known to her nearest and dearest, was Steenberg’s feisty founder. Tryn built a fruitful life in the Cape against great odds and misfortune when three of her string of five husbands succumbed to the wild, African landscape in a series of unfortunate mishaps. Regardless, her indomitable and fierce spirit never wavered.

Tryn leased the land at the foot of the Stone Mountain in 1682 and transformed it into a flourishing farm with her fresh produce receiving particular praise.

Today, Steenberg Farm continues to honour her name with the opening of Tryn and dedicating two signature wines to her: the flagship red blend, Catharina, and the prestige cuvée, Lady R Méthode Cap Classique.

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