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of Lady R sparkling wine, a pinot noir-chardonnay perched above a spicy noodle salad and goat
blend named for Steenberg’s founder. cheese fritters with honey-dressed greens - both
We started with three outstanding single vari- paired with Steenberg’s sauv blanc - gave us time
etal bruts that cost less than $25 a bottle. Sips of to relax in the chic room accented with natural
Steenberg’s flagship wines - Black Swan Sauvignon wood and stylish florals. We could have shared
Blanc, Catharina Red Blend (merlot, syrah and pe- one of the two mains we ordered - a very popular
tit verdot) and fruity Nebbiolo - followed as ginger and sesame sirloin salad (judging by plates
Elunda shared her aspirations to build on the win- on nearby tables) and an open-face steak sand-
ery’s stellar reputation. Harvest called her back to wich rich with hollandaise and crisp chips. And we
work, but we lingered on the lively patio, clinking should have skipped dessert, but our waiter
glasses and people-watching the Valentine’s tempted us with a trio of rich chocolate treats that
weekend crowd. capped this exceptionally tasty meal.
We would return another day to lunch at Bistro Bistro Sixteen82 also serves breakfast and
Sixteen82, making hard choices from the Asian-in- evening tapas, small plates to share as the sun
fluenced menu by chef Kerry Kiplin that also drifts behind the mountains. Vegetarian and kids
showcases ethically sourced seafood and seasonal menus are available too.
produce. Shared starters - tempura prawns

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