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Tapas Catering for Chitty events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Chitty. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering near Chitty
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Check diets in advance
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Add a live paella main.
Tapas catering in Chitty, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and we are regularly asked to cater anniversary parties and sharing boards for evening guests.
Near Chitty, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
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Other catering in Chitty
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Chitty? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Common questions in Chitty
What’s the nearest station to Chitty for guests?
The closest is Herne Bay station, roughly 4 miles away.
How far is Chitty from London?
About 57 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Where we can cook in Chitty
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Room for a tapas table
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
Occasions we cook for in Chitty
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
In Chitty and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement celebrations
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Parks such as Grove Ferry Picnic Area have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- Payment terms and deposit
- The wet-weather plan
- A clear list of what’s included
The process
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in Chitty 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.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Why Chitty hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
How we price tapas catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
- How many courses
- Whether you need crockery
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Receptions and parties in Chitty
Chitty is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. For tapas catering in Chitty, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 4 miles north-west. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The coast is within about 4 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
This part of Kent takes in CT3. Close by, we cover events in Chislet (1 mile west), Hollow Street (1 mile south-west), Boyden Gate (1 mile north-west), Old Tree (1 mile west) and Highstead (1 mile north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (7 miles west).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Chitty includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- 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