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Tapas Catering for Flishinghurst events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Flishinghurst.
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
Book tapas catering in Flishinghurst
What affects the price in Flishinghurst
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we’re needed on site
- The number of people
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
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.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Tapas catering for your event in Flishinghurst
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. For birthday drinks and tapas with a paella main course, we can cook croquetas, albóndigas and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Flishinghurst, tapas and sangria set the mood. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Planning a tapas spread in Flishinghurst
Flishinghurst is about 11 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Across the TN17 area, we can bring the pans to you. Flishinghurst is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Flishinghurst, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. A picnic in Crane Valley? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Flishinghurst is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in TN17, we plan around your venue and your guests. For events just outside Flishinghurst, we cover Colliers Green (1 mile north), Wilsley Green (1 mile east), Wilsley Pound (2 miles east), Horden (2 miles north) and Sissinghurst (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north), Foley Park (12 miles north) and Paddock Wood (7 miles north-west).
A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (3.2 miles east) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.2 miles east).
- Schools near Flishinghurst include High Weald Academy (1.1 miles south-east)
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
FAQs for Flishinghurst
Do you come out to small places like Flishinghurst?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Flishinghurst close to London?
About 37 miles from central London.
Do you cater in Flishinghurst?
We do. Flishinghurst is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How it works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Flishinghurst until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- 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 pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label seafood clearly
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Occasions we cook for in Flishinghurst
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Flishinghurst book us for occasions like:
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Work receptions
Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (4.5 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- The deadline for final numbers
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Nearby places to Flishinghurst
Other catering in Flishinghurst
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Flishinghurst
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- 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