Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Bluetown
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Bluetown.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering near Bluetown
Your questions about tapas catering in Bluetown
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Could we have live paella in Cromers Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How many tapas per person?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Bluetown.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
About our tapas catering in Bluetown
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook Manchego with membrillo, patatas bravas and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for canapés with welcome drinks and birthday drinks.
Near Bluetown, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Bluetown 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.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many courses
- Timings and hours
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Bluetown
- Fast service from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Events in Bluetown and across Kent
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space on each table
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
Working with your venue
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Places near Bluetown
Also in Bluetown
Tapas for events in Bluetown
Bluetown is about 4 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Bluetown will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Bluetown is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Bluetown to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Belmont House and Gardens (4.4 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you are looking at a historic venue around Bluetown, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Bluetown, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in ME9, we plan around your venue and timings. Nearby, we also cater events in Hollybushes (1 mile west), Milstead (1 mile north-west), Doddington (1 mile south-east), Wichling (1 mile south) and Frinsted (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles east) and Faversham (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (2.4 miles east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.4 miles north).
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Collect dietary needs
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Sangria and bar staff.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
- 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