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Tapas Catering in Boughton Lees
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Boughton Lees.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Launches and office parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Boughton Lees events
About our tapas catering in Boughton Lees
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Popular choices include albóndigas, patatas bravas and Serrano ham, and we are regularly asked to cater tapas before paella and tapas starters.
Near Boughton Lees, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
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Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Receptions and parties in Boughton Lees
Boughton Lees is about 4 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Boughton Lees will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Saint Christopher's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Boughton Lees, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Boughton Lees is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of Kent takes in TN25. Local streets include Wye Road, Pilgrims Way and Faversham Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Boughton Lees, we also cover Kennington (2 miles south), Bockhanger (2 miles south-west), Potters Corner (2 miles south-west), Westwell (2 miles west) and Godinton (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.3 miles south) and County Square (2.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Hatch Park.
- Nearby, you’ll find Flying Horse Inn (within half a mile north-west)
What affects the price in Boughton Lees
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Timings and hours
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Unloading access
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
Common questions in Boughton Lees
Do you come out to small places like Boughton Lees?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Boughton Lees for guests?
Wye station, about 1.4 miles east of the centre.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Why choose live paella in Boughton Lees?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Boughton Lees
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Perfect for your event in Boughton Lees
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Boughton Lees and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
Nearby historic houses include Godinton House (3.4 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- Allergen information for each dish
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Collect dietary needs
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Sangria and bar staff.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, it is light in Boughton Lees until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
- 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