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Tapas & canapé catering in Baker's Cross, Kent
Planning tapas catering in Baker's Cross? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Engagement parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas with a paella main course
Live tapas catering in Baker's Cross
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
Tapas catering for your event in Baker's Cross
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. For birthday and anniversary parties and cocktail parties, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, albóndigas and tortilla española.
Near Baker's Cross, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Baker's Cross: venues and local tips
Baker's Cross is about 9 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. For an event in Baker's Cross, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Baker's Cross. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Baker's Cross to Canterbury (27 miles away).
A picnic in Crane Valley? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Dunstan, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Baker's Cross is within about a mile of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cover events in every part of TN17 and TN18. Local streets include Dorothy Avenue, Brickenden Road and Doctor Hope's Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Cranbrook (1 mile west), Coursehorn (1 mile east), Swattenden (1 mile south-west), Hartley (2 miles south-west) and Benenden (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sissinghurst Castle (2.3 miles north-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.3 miles north-east).
- Nearby schools include Cranbrook Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include White Horse pub (less than half a mile north-west)
Who books tapas catering in Baker's Cross?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Historic buildings near Baker's Cross frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- Space, access and power needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each dish
Common questions in Baker's Cross
How far is Baker's Cross from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Dunstan: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
What affects the price in Baker's Cross
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Label seafood clearly
- Check diets in advance
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Add a live paella main.
Step by step
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening receptions in Baker's Cross stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Baker's Cross
Other catering in Baker's Cross
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff