Medway · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Brompton, Medway
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Brompton and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Brompton
Tapas catering in Brompton, cooked live
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. We cook croquetas, patatas bravas and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for tapas before paella and sharing boards for evening guests.
In Brompton, tapas work at home or in a local hall. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Occasions we cook for in Brompton
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Brompton, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening grazing
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Brompton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each dish
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Towns and villages near Brompton
Other catering in Brompton
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Brompton stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Brompton
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A clear, itemised quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Brompton
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
Receptions and parties in Brompton
Brompton is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. For an event in Brompton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Brompton. Brompton is one of 68 places in Medway where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Chatham station is about 0.7 miles away. Parks such as Great Lines Heritage Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Here we cover the ME4, ME7 and ME2 postcode area. Streets in the area include Dock Road, Globe Lane and South Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. We also cook at events in Chatham Waterfront (1 mile south-west), Rochester Riverside (1 mile west), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south) and Hale (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south), Twydall (3 miles south-east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (1.2 miles north) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (less than half a mile south-west). The countryside around Brompton includes Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Brompton include Brompton Academy (0.5 miles south-east) and Hospital and Medical Tuition Service (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find King George V Public House (less than half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (less than half a mile south-west) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles west)
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Afterwards, we clear away.
Add a live paella main.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Your choice of paellas
- Guest numbers
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Brompton: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Brompton?
The closest is Chatham station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
How far is Brompton from London?
About 28 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How much does tapas catering cost in Brompton?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you provide serving staff?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
- 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