Surprise them with a romantic getaway to Ireland’s charming coastal Blue Haven Hotel in Kinsale and an intimate tasting menu at Rare Restaurant
This February, you are invited to experience a romantic escape with an unforgettable fine dining experience from award-winning Executive Chef Meeran Manzoor’s Tasting Menu at Rare at the Blue Haven Hotel in Kinsale.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque town of Kinsale, Blue Haven offers the ideal backdrop for couples seeking a quiet retreat with a refined dining experience inspired by Meeran’s South Indian heritage.
Known for its cobbled streets, vibrant harbour, and rich history, Kinsale is an ideal destination to explore with a loved one. Whether strolling through the town’s quaint galleries and shops, enjoying a leisurely walk, or simply relaxing at the hotel, every moment in Kinsale feels like a celebration of love.
Rare and Blue Haven Hotel promise to make the month of romance a celebration to remember with exclusive packages designed to create lasting memories. A Rare Romance Package starts at €190 per person sharing, which includes a Chef’s Tasting Menu Experience at Rare, a glass of Moët champagne, an overnight stay in either the award-winning Blue Haven Hotel or the boutique Old Bank Townhouse and breakfast the following morning.
Guests can upgrade the experience with a box of artisanal chocolates from local Kinsale chocolatier Koko, a bottle of Moët or a bottle of exclusive Blue Haven Sauvignon Blanc, along with a bespoke floral bouquet from local florist Daisy Chain- all of which are arranged for you by your concierge prior to arrival.
Reservations are now open for the Rare Romantic Getaway at Rare and Blue Haven Hotel, available Thursday to Saturday throughout the month of February. To ensure availability, guests are encouraged to book early.
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.rare1784.ie or call 021 4772 209.
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Rare at The Blue Haven is located in The Blue Haven Collection, Pearse Street, Kinsale, Co Cork, P17 NA72.
About Rare at Blue Haven
Rare at Blue Haven restaurant opened in 2020 and is the newest addition to The Blue Haven Collection. Located at The Blue Haven Hotel in the picturesque village of Kinsale at the start of the Wild Atlantic Way, it offers sophisticated craft Irish cocktails and a unique fine dining experience.
In 2023, Meeran Manzoor, Executive Chef at Rare, achieved a remarkable double recognition, winning Gold for Ireland’s Chef of The Year at the Virgin Media Business Gold Medal Awards 2023, following his Silveraward for the same title in 2022.
Rare at Blue Haven has received multiple accolades, including Innovator of the Year for Munster and Overall National Winner at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2024, as well as Best Cork Restaurant at the Cork Business of the Year Awards 2023.
In December 2024, Rare was added to the prestigious MICHELIN Guide for Great Britain & Ireland and described by Michelin as “understated and engaging”. Rare has also been featured in other reputable listings such as Lucinda O’Sullivan’s ‘Hot 24 for Summer 2024,’ the Irish Independent’s ‘101 Great Irish Restaurants Guide 2024,’ Food & Wine’s ‘Top 100 Great Restaurants 2024,’ The Irish Times ‘Ireland’s 100 Best Restaurants for 2024,’ The Sunday Times, and The Sunday Independent’s “Top 20 Restaurants in Ireland 2023”.