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Tapas & canapé catering in Coldred, Kent
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Coldred: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering near Coldred
How our tapas catering works in Coldred
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Typical bookings include sharing tapas starters and engagement drinks, with patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo and albóndigas.
Near Coldred, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Paella compared with other options
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why us?
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Nearby places to Coldred
Other catering in Coldred
Drinks receptions around Coldred
Coldred is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Events in Coldred are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Coldred, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Pancras, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Coldred, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Tapas catering in CT15 is planned around your venue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sibertswold (1 mile north-west), Lydden (1 mile south), Waldershare (1 mile north-east), Halfway Street (1 mile west) and Eythorne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Dover Castle (4.8 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (2.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Coldred includes Dover Western Heights.
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (0.7 miles north-west)
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Parking near the venue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Coldred
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
Coldred questions
Is Coldred too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Pancras?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in Coldred has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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What affects the price in Coldred
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Coldred, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Coldred? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
- 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