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Tapas & canapé catering in Chestfield, Kent
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Chestfield.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
Live tapas catering in Chestfield
Why choose tapas catering in Chestfield?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Chestfield, people book us for occasions like:
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Baptist.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How long the team stays
How our tapas catering works in Chestfield
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. Typical bookings include tapas before paella and evening grazing, with Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and albóndigas.
Near Chestfield, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in Chestfield has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Where we can cook in Chestfield
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Drinks receptions around Chestfield
Chestfield is about 1 mile east of Whitstable, in Kent. For an event in Chestfield, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Chestfield. Chestfield is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
Historic buildings near Chestfield often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Guests travelling by rail: Chestfield has its own station, Chestfield & Swalecliffe station. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
This part of Kent takes in CT5, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Maydowns Road, Chestfield Road and Woodvale Avenue or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Main roads around Chestfield include the A2990, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Chestfield for tapas catering include Swalecliffe (1 mile north), Tankerton (1 mile north-west), Radfall (1 mile south), West End (1 mile east) and Whitstable (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south), Margate (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles west) and Herne Bay (3 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (0.7 miles north-west) and Tankerton Castle (1.4 miles north-west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include The Whitstable School (1.2 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough pub (0.7 miles north-east)
Nearby places to Chestfield
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Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Add sangria or cava
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Why choose live paella in Chestfield?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Chestfield hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How many guests are eating
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- The courses you’d like
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space, if you can
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
FAQs for Chestfield
How far is Chestfield from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John the Baptist?
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 typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
- 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