OUR STORY
Where Sophistication Blends with Cultural Charm
A journey of taste, ritual, and heritage, curated for the modern connoisseur in the heart of Nyack.
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The Visionary Behind the Ritual
Savanna & Steep was born from a singular passion: to create a space where the warmth of African hospitality meets the refined elegance of the global tea culture. Our founder and director envisioned more than just a cafe; she sought to build a sanctuary.
With years of experience in high-end curation and community building, she has meticulously crafted every detail from the weight of the ceramic tea cups to the artisanal sourcing of our botanicals. Her mission remains steadfast: to provide an accessible luxury experience that honors cultural roots while embracing modern chic.
“We don’t just serve tea and delicacies; we serve moments of connection and cultural pride.”
Curating Excellence Through Community
OUR CORE MISSION
At Savanna & Steep, we believe that true sophistication is rooted in the quality of the hands that prepare it. Our mission is to bridge the gap between local artisanal talent and the high-end boutique experience. We are a platform for cultural storytelling through the medium of exceptional food and beverage.
Expert Chef Partners
We collaborate with award-winning culinary masters to design menus that are both familiar and transcenden
Local Sourcing
Supporting the Hudson Valley ecosystem one ingredient at a time.
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Unparalleled Catering
Our expert catering team brings the Savanna & Steep signature elegance to your private events, ensuring every detail is infused with our cultural charm.
Meet the Vendors
Savanna & Steep Chef/Consultant/Catering
Chef Kenneth Collins-Tour Catering
Chef Kenneth Collins, a culinary visionary with over two decades of experience, Kemited Kitchen is more than just a meal delivery service, it’s a passion project born from a love of cooking, family, and community. Chef Kenneth’s expertise is rooted in creativity, quality, and a deep respect for fresh, wholesome ingredients. Today, Chef Kenneth brings his world-class culinary skills to Kemited Kitchen, offering Bergen County families restaurant-quality meals delivered right to their doors.”
Tiffany P. Kerr is the self-published author of "Chic Situations: Create, Embrace and Enjoy Life's Chic Situations," a lifestyle and etiquette guide. She has been trained by the New York School of Etiquette & Finishing School, Beaumont Etiquette, and the SWANN School of Protocol as a certified etiquette instructor. She instructs private and group etiquette lessons for children and adults and hosts annual empowerment and etiquette events. Tiffany created "Chic Situations" as a platform to promote and encourage everyone to cultivate the best version of themselves by sharing simple ways to elevate their lifestyle and graciously navigate through life’s situations in order to feel chic, starting with etiquette.
Savanna & Steep Etiquette Consultant