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Tapas & canapé catering in Broadstairs, Kent
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Broadstairs and across Kent.
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement drinks
Planning an event in Broadstairs?
How our tapas catering works in Broadstairs
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Broadstairs. Whether it is anniversary parties and welcome-drink canapés, we can cook albóndigas, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
In Broadstairs, tapas and paella together make a complete menu. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it’s light in Broadstairs until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Broadstairs? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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Broadstairs: venues and local tips
Broadstairs is about 16 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Across the CT10 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in 922 places across Kent. We cook right across the region, from Broadstairs to Canterbury (about 16 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle. Nearby historic houses include Quex Park (4.7 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
For tapas catering in CT10, CT9 and CT12, we plan around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on High Street, Union Square and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Broadstairs sits on or near the A254 and A255, which makes travel to your event easy. Nearby, we also cater events in Upton (1 mile south-west), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile south-west), Kingsgate (2 miles north) and Northdown (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south-west), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (14 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Broadstairs includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Broadstairs include The Charles Dickens School (within half a mile west) and The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Little Albion Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Why choose live paella in Broadstairs?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Broadstairs
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria and bar staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Questions from Broadstairs
Can you cater a reception after a service at Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How far is Broadstairs from London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Occasions we cook for in Broadstairs
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Broadstairs book us for events such as:
- Evening grazing
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
Historic buildings near Broadstairs often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Staff to serve canapés.
Towns and villages near Broadstairs
Other catering in Broadstairs
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Broadstairs
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
- 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