2015Your copy of our

Events Guide

HHHHLicensed Guest Inn

Strangford

The CuanLicensed Guest InnStrangford Village, County DownNothern Ireland, BT30 7NDTel: 028 4488 1222Email: info@thecuan.comwww.thecuan.com

WelcomeThank you for picking up a copy of our wonderful Booklet of Events for2015. Please come and share with us the pleasures of our extensiveand diverse year-long programme. We have retained some of the verybest events and introduced many new and exciting evenings. Many of our events lend themselves to gatherings of friends and familythereby adding to the sense of occasion and celebration. With our exceptionallystrong food produceanchoring each event,many ingredients forthe ultimate night outare in place for you. Peter, Caroline and Team

Enjoy the year with us!

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Please NoteAdditional details on the events will be on our website approximatelythree months before each event.

Due to limited numbers, pre-booking is essential for many events.

* These events require payment in full at the time of booking. Refund canonly be given if your place is resold.

Normal menus will run in conjunction with the special dining events.

The Gathering

Special OffersThroughout the year we will post specialoffers on our website and will include offersfor; accommodation, food, beverage andoccasionally our events.The more last minute offers will be releasedthrough our Facebook page so go ahead andlike our page bringing these wonderful offersdirectly to your attention.

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Looking Ahead to 2016

Book The Cuan’s accommodation and restaurant exclusively for your party.Place that wonderful family and friends gathering in our professional hands. You’re event will progress as follows:• Drinks reception

• A bespoke four course meal, with the restaurantset to reflect the nature of your celebration

• Music (if desired)

• Late Supper

• Late Bar (if desired)

• Accommodation exclusive to your party

• Breakfast for residents plus additional guests if they wish

2015 marks the 5th anniversary of our EventsBooklet. We are astounded by the success of thispractice and the phenomenal interest in thepublication. To help us provide for your personal interests, pleasefeel free to make suggestions on events that youwould like to see in 2016.Some of the new events that we are alreadyconsidering are:• Quilt in a Day (February)• A Bridge Weekend (March)• Digital Photography (May)• Chocolate Festival (September)If you are interested in any of the above sugestionsplease leave your contact details.

Family gathering, August 2014

Minimum numbers of50 people required.The cost will be workedout according to yourspecific requirements.

Create life-long,precious memoriesfor your familyand friends

Thursday 1st January

New YearsDay Swimat 2:30pmBe part of this mad 80 metredash in the chilly waters ofStrangford Lough, then return toThe Cuan to thaw out in front ofthe open fire, for a wonderfulafternoon of craic, fantastic foodand live music.Music by The House Specialsfrom 4:00-7:00pm.

Saturday 24th January

Burns SupperJoin our visiting guests Nadia andPaul Finlayson from Edinburgh,who will lead our ever-popularBurns Supper. The haggis will bepiped in by Michael Magee, thenthe night progresses through therich, long-established Scottishtraditions in honour of theirnational poet Robbie Burns. Yourevening includes a four-coursemeal featuring haggis, ‘neeps’ and‘tatties’ (alternative menu choiceswill be available).Dust off your kilt for this specialnight.Dinner: £18.95Dinner & B&B: £58.00pps

Starting February for two months

World War IExhibitionLearn about the fascinating storyof World War 1 veteran, JamesEdgar from The Raan nearDownpatrick. Word came hometo his parents that he was killedin battle, but it transpired that itwas mistaken identity! Read theletters home, view originalartefacts saved by James and geta unique insight to this period.Exhibition is courtesy of hisgrandnephew Richard Edgar.Admission Free.

Saturday 7th February

Wild GameNightTo mark the close of the GameSeason come and enjoy thesevery popular full flavouredorganic meats from protectedsources. Robert Croft, estatemanager at Portavo, Co Downassures the quality of thisseasonally available game.Dinner: £32.00Dinner & B&B: £72.00pps

Friday 13th February& Saturday 14th February

Valentine’sWeekend Combine the beautiful location ofStrangford village with theexcellence of The Cuan to createa uniquely special treat for theone you love. Ladies – there willbe a surprise gift for you at yourtable!Meal for two plus a bottle of ourvery popular house wine fromJim Nicholson Wines.Dinner: £47.00 per coupleDinner & B&B £63.00ppsSpecial Weekend OfferTwo night package for £99 –B&B plus Valentine’s meal and anoptional third night free.

Tuesday 17th March

St Patrick’s DayEnjoy the company of goodfriends, traditional Irish food, greatGuinness and live folk music by‘The House Specials’ featuringBrenda, one of the renownedmusical McMullan family fromCo Down, and her husband Paul.Music from 4:00-7:00pm.

Saturday 21st March

Wine & DineJim Nicholson Wines havedeveloped decade-longrelationships with some of hislongest standing suppliers ofwines, going out to the vineyardsand sourcing his own products,only purchasing wines he tastedand felt he could stand over.Kevin Devlin from Jim NicholsonWine Merchant in Crossgar willbe joined by one of their longestablished sommeliers, guidingyou in the appreciation of anexciting portfolio of wines. Ourmenu will be created aroundtheir wines and you will have theopportunity to use some of yournewfound knowledge to matchyour wines to your menu choice. Course runs from 3:00-5:00pm. Dining is independent at a timeof your choice.Dinner plus the WineCourse: £32.95Dinner & B&B plus the WineCourse: £72.00pps

January February March

Saturday 18th April

Special menufor Gluten FreeDiningWith our 24 years experience inproviding wonderful dining weare very aware of the growingrequests for gluten free dishes, tothat end we always include arange of them on our menus.Due to popular demand we havedecided to celebrate our breadthand depth of experience in glutenfree dining by creating anexclusively gluten free menu.We welcome any suggestions ofyour favourite dishes. Normalmenus will also be available onthe night. This event is endorsedby the Gluten Free Society UK.Dinner: £29.95Dinner & B&B: £68.00pps

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th &Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th April

VictorianAfternoon TeaTea consumption increaseddramatically during the earlynineteenth century and it isaround this time that Anna, the7th Duchess of Bedford, is said tohave complained of “having thatsinking feeling” during the lateafternoon. The solution for theDuchess was a pot a tea and alight snack, and before long all offashionable society was sippingtea and nibbling sandwiches inthe middle of the afternoon.Step back in time with thisrevived tradition; enjoy yourspeciality tea with Peter’sdelicious homemade scones,delicate cut sandwiches andLouise’s wonderful pastries.Available from 3:00-5:00pm.£12.95 per person

Saturday 16th May

Great CuanBake OffThis novel event begins with ademonstration from Peter on hisfamous scones followed byLouise’s demonstration ofwholemeal biscuits then it is overto you to compete for thatcoveted title. A light lunch will beprovided plus your opportunityto enjoy some of your wonderfulcreations. You have justcompleted the ‘warm up’ now it ison to the apple tart challenge!Peter and Louise will observe,confer and select an overallchampion of the Bake Off. Relax into the evening, and thensit down to a delightful meal atThe Cuan recounting the highsand lows of the day.The Great Cuan Bake Off &Evening Meal: £49.00ppAdd on B&B: £98.00pps

Saturday 23rd May& Sunday 24th May

Soak/Slumber/Sea Safari*This offers a unique combinationof relaxation, fine foods and aliberal mix of adrenalin. Beginyour break at Soak SeaweedBaths in Newcastle (quote ‘TheCuan’ and book directly, at a timethat suits you, on 028 4372 6002)then travel on round the beautifulCo Down coast to The Cuan andcheck in for Dinner B&B. Sundaybegins with a delicious traditionalbreakfast to prepare you for theexhilarating experience of theSea Safari boat trip, the power oftwo 150 horsepower enginespropelling you through the fastestflowing tides in Europe.Independent travel is essential.Package: £125.00pps

April May

June & July & August

The Cuan boasts an exceptionallystrong connection to this worldrenowned medieval drama havingprovided accommodation forSean Bean (Ned Stark) amongmany other key characters whilefilming was taking place at CastleWard in Strangford – WinterfellCastle. King Robert, his Queenand their endearing son Joffreyalso stayed in The Cuan duringtheir Winterfell visit! The Starkchildren, including Jon Snow, alsoenjoyed the wonderfulaccommodation and hospitality ofThe Cuan as they travelled theshort three minute drive toWinterfell Castle.

During the course of their staywe got a unique insight intowhat makes this series thephenomenal world sensationthat it is. We were particularlyintrigued with the role food anddining had in generating thedistinctive Game of Thronesambience. Like characters andsettings, the food and drinkbecome vital in the story to setthe mood of a scene. Now weare prepared to share that withyou. Book your place to join us

as we recreate the King’s Banquetin the Great Hall of Winterfell.Learn about the significance ofsome of their traditions,experience their customs andbecome absorbed in the robustatmosphere that typified thismomentous event. Enter thecreative make-over in ourrestaurant representing the Starkhomeland where images ofWinterfell remind you why thisdrama is the world’s NumberOne.

Summer is coming… Saturday 27th June & Saturday 25th July & Saturday 29th August

GAME OF THRONES*Step in to the world of Game of Thrones and

Winterfell, join us for the banquet that

welcomed King Robert, his Queen, family and

entourage when he made the visit to ask

Ned Stark to become his ‘King’s Hand’.

Dinner: £25.00 or Dinner & B&B: £62.50ppsYou may be staying in Ned Stark’s room!This event is available on three evenings:Saturday 27th June & Saturday 25th July & Saturday 29th AugustIn addition throughout the summer we can put on the Banquet for bookingsof more than 20 people.Anutograph from Sean Bean to Una McErlean.

Extend your experience with a visit toClearsky Adventure Centre in Castle Ward,stand in the very location these scenes werefilmed, dress in costume and shoot archery.www.clearsky-adventure.com/gameofthrones

SeptemberSaturday 12th September& Saturday 19th September

Celebrationof FishFish cuisine is synonymous withThe Cuan. Our close relationshipwith local award winning supplierMarty Johnson of EastcoastSeafoods ensures that a diverserange of fresh seasonal fish isalways available.

Add to that the depth ofexperience in our kitchen teamand you are always assured of achoice of exciting and deliciousfish dishes. This event bringstogether the very best of theseresources and skills presentingyou with the difficult challenge ofchoosing!Dinner: £29.95Dinner & B&B: £69.00pps

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Saturday 3th October

Retro Diningin the 80sAllow us to reacquaint you withthe popular dishes of the 1980’s.Cast yourself back in time to theera of cassette tapes and vinyls;ET and Honey I shrunk the Kids;Super Mario and cabbage patchdolls; Dallas and The Cosby Show;Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi andMeat Loaf; Polaroid cameras,shoulder pads and bomberjackets!Dig deep into your wardrobeand come along to join in thenostalgia of 80s dining – finishingthe night with an 80s disco.Dinner & Disco: £29.95Dinner & Disco & B&B: £69.00

Saturday 17th October

‘Faulty’Towers*

This event just gets better andbetter. Come and join Basil,Manuel and Cybil for a night fullof mischief and laughs. They willserve you a classic 70s mealwhile acting out various scenesfrom the hilarious TV series.Dinner: £54.95Dinner & B&B: £99.00pps

Saturday 1st November

WildGameNight

The Cuan’s popular Wild GameNight is back to celebrate theopening of the 2015/16 season.

Come and enjoy a healthy,sustainable and highly nutritiouslocal food that includes venison,woodpigeon, pheasant and manymore game meats.Dinner: £32.00Dinner & B&B: £72.00pps

Saturday 21st November

MurderMystery Night*Can you detect a good nightout? It would be criminal to letthis one get away!Enjoy a fun-filled murder mysteryevent crammed with hystericalhumour and a real murdermystery to solve! A troupe ofprofessional actors will revealcryptic clues and motives as theyact out aspects of thishorrendous crime as youcasually enjoy the delights ofdining at The Cuan. You will havethe opportunity to interrogatethose involved in an attempt tocatch the perpetrator.The evening revolves around adelicious set menu.Dinner: £29.95Dinner & B&B: £67.00pps

Saturday 5th December

‘Faulty’ TowersChristmasSpecial*The ultimate Christmas Party orindeed Christmas present!How will Basil Fawlty cope withthe added challenges ofChristmas in his iconic hotel?Enjoy your classic 70s Christmasdinner as Basil, Manuel and Sybilletry to hold it all together.Audience participation is a largepart of this fantastic night ofentertainment so be prepared tobe swept along in this festivemadness.Dinner: £54.95Dinner & B&B: £99.00pps

Saturday 12th December& Saturday 19th December

GeorgianChristmasMary Delaney, wife of the Deanof Down writes about theirChristmas celebrations in 1745when they visited Bernard Ward,Baron Bangor and his wife LadyMary at Castle Ward Estate.These accounts give us awonderful insight to theChristmas fayre of the period. TheCuan will recreate this spirit ofopulence and festive foods tooffer you a unique Christmasexperience. Peruse this periodmenu researched and perfectedby our talented team in thekitchen. The best local ingredientsare used, prepared with age oldtraditional methods andpresented with a reflection of thishistoric era. Round off your mealwith a complimentary glass ofSloe Gin.Georgian Christmas: £29.95Dinner & B&B: £69.00

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