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Tapas & canapé catering in Dunkirk, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Dunkirk.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering in Dunkirk
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Space on each table
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
Tapas catering in Dunkirk, cooked live
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. For welcome-drink canapés and tapas with a paella main course, we’ll put together a menu of albóndigas, Serrano ham and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Dunkirk, tapas and sangria set the mood. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
The process
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Dunkirk 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.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, frequently with alioli.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Why choose live paella in Dunkirk?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Events in Dunkirk and across Kent
- Fast service from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Dunkirk questions
Can you cook near the sea around Dunkirk?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Events we cater in Dunkirk
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Dunkirk book us for occasions like:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Work receptions
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Christ Church.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Staff numbers and hours
- Payment terms and deposit
Drinks receptions around Dunkirk
Dunkirk is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the ME13 area, we can cook for your guests. Dunkirk is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook.
A picnic in Mount Ephraim Gardens? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Guests travelling by rail: Selling station is about 1.9 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Dunkirk, ideal for an outdoor reception. The coast is within about 6 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Anywhere in ME13, we can cook for your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as London Road and Courtenay Road or the roads around them. Other places close to Dunkirk for tapas catering include Boughton under Blean (1 mile west), Winterbourne (1 mile south-west), Hickmans Green (1 mile west), Oversland (1 mile south-west) and South Street (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Chilham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (4.4 miles east). The countryside around Dunkirk includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Red Lion pub (0.5 miles east)
More for events in Dunkirk
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Collect dietary needs
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Waiting staff for canapés.
- 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