Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Golden Green
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 Golden Green.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Planning an event in Golden Green?
For event organisers in Golden Green
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
How our tapas catering works in Golden Green
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and receptions and drinks parties, we can cook patatas bravas, padrón peppers and croquetas for your guests.
Near Golden Green, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Planning a tapas spread in Golden Green
Golden Green is about 3 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Golden Green, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 28 miles away.
Historic buildings near Golden Green frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Historic houses near Golden Green include Old Soar Manor (3.8 miles north) and Ightham Mote (4.7 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across the TN11 postcode area. Local streets include Three Elm Lane, Victoria Road and Bourne Park; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Golden Green for tapas catering include Barnes Street (1 mile east), Little Mill (1 mile east), Hadlow (1 mile north), Parker's Green (1 mile west) and Snoll Hatch (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (3 miles west) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (3.8 miles south-west) and Hadlow Tower museum (0.9 miles north). Open spaces near Golden Green include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Hadlow Rural Community School (1.2 miles north-west) and Hadlow Rural Community School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Bell Public House (within half a mile west)
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Waiting staff for canapés.
FAQs for Golden Green
Do you come out to small places like Golden Green?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Golden Green close to London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cook inside?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Why choose tapas catering in Golden Green?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Golden Green and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Cocktail parties
- Evening sharing boards
Guests travelling by rail: Beltring station is about 2.6 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Allergen information for each dish
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether VAT is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
The process
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Golden Green until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
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Why choose live paella in Golden Green?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why Golden Green hosts choose us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Fast service from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
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What else we do in Golden Green
- 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