Medway · England
Tapas Catering in Cuxton
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Cuxton and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Cocktail parties
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks reception canapés
Live tapas catering in Cuxton
Questions from Cuxton
Can you cook in Baty's Marsh?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How far is Cuxton from London?
Roughly 25 miles from the centre of London.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Tapas catering in Cuxton, cooked live
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. We cook patatas bravas, tortilla española and albóndigas, and we are frequently booked for table tapas as a starter and receptions and drinks parties.
Near Cuxton, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Cuxton: venues and local tips
Cuxton is about 2 miles south-west of Rochester, in Medway. Events in Cuxton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Cuxton is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we cook. Our nearest city page is London, about 25 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. If you are looking at a historic venue around Cuxton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
We cater events across the ME2 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a home on Station Road, Charles Drive and James Road. We also cook at events in Lower Bush (1 mile west), North Halling (1 mile south-west), Upper Bush (1 mile west), Borstal (1 mile east) and Halling (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east), Park Wood (7 miles east) and Lordswood (5 miles south-east).
A little further out are Six Poor Travellers House (2.3 miles north-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.1 miles east). Not far away are Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Strood Academy (1.6 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.3 miles north-east)
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Cuxton is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- 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
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Is live paella right for your event?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria and bar staff available
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Occasions we cook for in Cuxton
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
A picnic in Baty's Marsh? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
What to look for in a quote
- Space, access and power needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- VAT, if it applies
- The wet-weather plan
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Sangria and bar staff.
Places near Cuxton
Also in Cuxton
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff