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Tapas Catering in Egerton Forstal
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Egerton Forstal and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering near Egerton Forstal
Questions from Egerton Forstal
Is Egerton Forstal too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you cover Egerton Forstal?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Egerton Forstal and the rest of Kent. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
About our tapas catering in Egerton Forstal
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and we are often booked for evening sharing boards and table tapas as a starter.
Near Egerton Forstal, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask for labels on each dish
Table tapas are set down to share.
Staff to serve canapés.
Why choose live paella in Egerton Forstal?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Egerton Forstal: venues and local tips
Egerton Forstal is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in TN27, we will come to your venue or garden. Egerton Forstal is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St James. Historic buildings near Egerton Forstal frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Egerton Forstal is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the TN27 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Forstal Road, Forge Lane and Chantlers Meadow or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater events in Potter's Forstal (1 mile north-west), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Pembles Cross (1 mile north), Mundy Bois (1 mile east) and Egerton (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coldbridge Castle (1 mile north-west).
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A spot for our serving station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
Places near Egerton Forstal
More for events in Egerton Forstal
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Sunset in Egerton Forstal is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send 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.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Occasions we cook for in Egerton Forstal
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing tapas starters
For guests coming by train, Pluckley station is about 2.6 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- Space, access and power needs
- 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