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Tapas & canapé catering in Bethersden, Kent
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bethersden: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas starters
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering for Bethersden events
About our tapas catering in Bethersden
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. For birthday drinks and work receptions, we can cook patatas bravas, tortilla española and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Bethersden, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Planning a tapas spread in Bethersden
Bethersden is about 5 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. For tapas catering in Bethersden, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Bethersden to Canterbury (18 miles away).
Historic buildings near Bethersden often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Margaret.
We cater events across the TN26 postcode area and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as The Dene, Forge Hill and Forgefield or the roads around them. We also cook at events in Wissenden (1 mile north-west), Further Quarter (2 miles west), Chambers' Green (2 miles north), Maltman's Hill (2 miles north-west) and High Halden (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east) and Davington (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.1 miles south) and Romden Castle (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Bethersden include Orlestone Forest.
- Local pubs include The George Public House (within half a mile north-west)
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Check diets in advance
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Bethersden: your questions answered
Is Bethersden too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Margaret: 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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Should we have more than one paella?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
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What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Why choose live paella in Bethersden?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Bethersden
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Fast service from the pan
- Drinks service on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Bethersden has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Bethersden, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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For event organisers in Bethersden
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Planning the cooking area
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Bethersden
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
Occasions we cook for in Bethersden
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
In Bethersden and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas starters
Historic houses near Bethersden include Godinton House (4 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Comparing caterers
- The wet-weather plan
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The deadline for final numbers
What affects the price in Bethersden
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Travel, parking and access
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The courses you’d like
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
- 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