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Tapas & canapé catering in Cliffs End, Kent
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Cliffs End and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Work receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
Live tapas catering in Cliffs End
How our tapas catering works in Cliffs End
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. For tapas starters and engagement drinks, we will put together a menu of croquetas, albóndigas and tortilla española.
In a rural spot like Cliffs End, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Your choice of paellas
- Travel, parking and access
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Send us the date, your venue or CT12 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space on each table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
More for events in Cliffs End
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Cliffs End until about 9:15pm, 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.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
For event organisers in Cliffs End
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Cliffs End: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary?
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.
Could we have live paella in Sandwich and Pegwell Bay?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Occasions we cook for in Cliffs End
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing tapas starters
Guests travelling by rail: Cliffs End has its own station, Thanet Parkway station.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- Whether travel is included
- How long the team stays
- Space, access and power needs
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Include staff for canapés
- Label seafood clearly
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Cliffs End: venues and local tips
Cliffs End is about 2 miles west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Cliffs End, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Cliffs End is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cook right across the region, from Cliffs End to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
Historic buildings near Cliffs End frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The coast is within about 3 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in CT12, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Foads Lane, Moyes Close and Delacourt Close; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sevenscore (1 mile west), Chilton (1 mile east), Pegwell (1 mile east), Manston (1 mile north) and Ebbsfleet (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (4 miles north), Dover (14 miles south), Broadstairs (4 miles north-east), Whitstable (15 miles west) and Deal (8 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include RAF Manston History Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (2.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Cliffs End includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include Chatham House Grammar School (2.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Sportsman pub (under half a mile south)
- 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