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Tapas & canapé catering in Brabourne, Kent
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 Brabourne.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering in Brabourne
Tapas catering in Brabourne, made fresh on the day
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. We cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and croquetas, and we’re regularly asked to cater evening grazing and engagement parties.
For a country party near Brabourne, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
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Common questions in Brabourne
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Brabourne for guests?
Westenhanger station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Do you provide serving staff?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. Evening receptions in Brabourne stay light until about 8:45pm 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 the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Timings and hours
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
Planning tapas catering in Brabourne? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Brabourne
Tapas get people talking.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Brabourne and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- Space, access and power needs
Brabourne: venues and local tips
Brabourne is about 6 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. From the centre of Brabourne to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Brabourne is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Brabourne to Canterbury (about 11 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Westenhanger station, about 3.4 miles south-east. If you are looking at a historic venue around Brabourne, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Brabourne, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over TN25. Streets in the area include The Street and Canterbury Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Nearby, we also cater events in Bircholt Forstal (1 mile west), Brabourne Lees (1 mile south-west), Lilyvale (1 mile south-west), Smeeth (2 miles south-west) and Ridgeway (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (8 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (13 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles west) and Lympne Castle (4.6 miles south). Not far away are Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
- Local pubs include The Five Bells pub (under half a mile north-east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask for labels on each dish
Each dish is labelled.
Add a live paella main.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Unloading access
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
- 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