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Tapas & canapé catering in Goodnestone, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Goodnestone. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Planning an event in Goodnestone?
How the day works
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. A summer drinks reception in Goodnestone has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Tapas catering for your event in Goodnestone
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Typical bookings include sharing tapas starters and launches and office parties, with albóndigas, gambas al ajillo and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Goodnestone, tapas and sangria set the mood. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Anything your venue supplies
- Which courses you have in mind
Send us the date, your venue or CT3 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Goodnestone
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Adisham station, about 1.5 miles west.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- Who provides the crockery
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- Catering across Kent, including Goodnestone
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Goodnestone: your questions answered
We’re having a ceremony at Church of the Holy Cross: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you come out to small places like Goodnestone?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
Do you cater in Goodnestone?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Goodnestone is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A spot for our serving station
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Goodnestone
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
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. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Tapas for events in Goodnestone
Goodnestone is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Goodnestone. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Goodnestone to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of the Holy Cross. Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (within half a mile south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on The Street, Saddlers Hill and Fitzwalters Meadow or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Goodnestone for tapas catering include Chillenden (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile north), Well Head (1 mile north), Ratling (1 mile south-west) and Staple (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.7 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Fitzwalter Arms (under half a mile south-west)
Also near Goodnestone
Also in Goodnestone
- 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