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Tapas Catering for Culmers events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Culmers: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas starters
Planning an event in Culmers?
About our tapas catering in Culmers
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Culmers. Whether it’s tapas before paella and receptions and drinks parties, we can cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Serrano ham for your guests.
Near Culmers, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Culmers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Culmers questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Should we have more than one paella?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Receptions and parties in Culmers
Culmers is about 2 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. From the centre of Culmers to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 7 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Faversham station is about 2.2 miles away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in ME13, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also cook at events in Graveney (1 mile north-east), Goodnestone (1 mile south-west), Broom Street (1 mile north-west), Slutshole (1 mile south-east) and Hernhill (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles west), Whitstable (4 miles north-east), Herne Bay (9 miles east) and Minster (9 miles north-west).
A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Culmers includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (2 miles west)
More for events in Culmers
Who books tapas catering in Culmers?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
In Culmers and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas and paella menus
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
Parks such as Mount Ephraim Gardens have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Questions to ask before booking
- Who provides the crockery
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
- What the caterer needs from your venue
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, frequently with ham or mushroom.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell typically draws people over. Evening receptions in Culmers 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.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Culmers
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Label seafood clearly
- Check diets in advance
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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