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Tapas Catering in Bough Beech
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Bough Beech.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Work receptions
Book tapas catering in Bough Beech
Why choose live paella in Bough Beech?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A quote that spells everything out
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
How our tapas catering works in Bough Beech
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Popular choices include padrón peppers, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and we are regularly asked to cater table tapas as a starter and engagement drinks.
In a rural spot like Bough Beech, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
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Tapas for events in Bough Beech
Bough Beech is about 6 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Events in Bough Beech are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Bough Beech is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Bough Beech to London (23 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Hever station is about 1.9 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around Bough Beech, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Anywhere in TN8, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Hever Road, Clinton Lane and Millbrook; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at events in Charcott (2 miles east), Hall's Green (3 miles north-east), Ide Hill (3 miles north), Toy's Hill (3 miles north) and Goathurst Common (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (6 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-east), Tonbridge (7 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (13 miles east) and Paddock Wood (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Tandridge Priory (5.6 miles north-west) and Hever Castle (1.1 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include The Wheatsheaf Public House (under half a mile east)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Occasions we cook for in Bough Beech
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Birthday drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
Nearby historic houses include Hever Castle (1.1 miles south-west) and Chiddingstone Castle (1.3 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
- How bad weather is handled
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. Sunset in Bough Beech is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Your questions about tapas catering in Bough Beech
Could we have live paella in Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to Bough Beech for guests?
Hever station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
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.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Guest numbers
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Planning tapas catering in Bough Beech? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room for a tapas table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- 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