Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Elvington
Paella 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 Elvington.
- Engagement parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Welcome-drink canapés
Book tapas catering in Elvington
How our tapas catering works in Elvington
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. For engagement celebrations and launches and office parties, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and tortilla española and more.
For a country party near Elvington, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Why choose tapas catering in Elvington?
Tapas are sociable food.
Whatever you are celebrating in Elvington, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How late numbers can change
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking near the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
For event organisers in Elvington
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning a tapas spread in Elvington
Elvington is about 5 miles north of Dover, in Kent. For tapas catering in Elvington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Elvington is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 9 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (2.8 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Shepherds Well station, about 1.9 miles south-west. Elvington is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of Kent takes in CT15, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Sweetbriar Lane, Poplar Drive and Fairview Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Nearby, we also cater events in Barfrestone (1 mile west), Frogham (1 mile west), Tilmanstone (2 miles east), Nonington (2 miles north-west) and Chillenden (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (5 miles south), Folkestone (9 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Buckland Hospital (5.5 miles south).
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Horse pub (0.6 miles south)
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. Sunset in Elvington is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Live paella or other catering?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Events in Elvington and across Kent
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Questions from Elvington
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Peter and St Paul: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Should we have more than one paella?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
- 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