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Tapas Catering in Cowden
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Cowden and across Kent.
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering in Cowden
How our tapas catering works in Cowden
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Cowden. We cook gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for cocktail parties and evening sharing boards.
In a rural spot like Cowden, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Why choose tapas catering in Cowden?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement celebrations
Historic houses near Cowden include Bassetts Manor (1.7 miles south) and Hammerwood Park (1.7 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
How we price tapas catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Add sangria or cava
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Staff to serve canapés.
FAQs for Cowden
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Cowden from London?
About 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
More for events in Cowden
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Why choose live paella in Cowden?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Cowden hosts choose us
- Catering across Kent, including Cowden
- Drinks service on request
- Fast service from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. Sunset in Cowden is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Cowden: venues and local tips
Cowden is about 5 miles east of East Grinstead, in Kent. From the centre of Cowden to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 24 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Cowden station is about 1 mile away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary Magdalene. Cowden is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in TN8, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on High Street, Church Street and Chantlers Mead or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover events in Stick Hill (2 miles north), Hammerwood (2 miles west), Marsh Green (3 miles north-west), Ashurst Wood (4 miles south-west) and Dormansland (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles east), Tonbridge (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (13 miles east), Southborough (7 miles east) and Edenbridge (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Queen Victoria Hospital (4 miles west) and Bolebroke Castle (1.8 miles south).
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn (under half a mile north-east)
- 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