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Tapas Catering in Hacklinge
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hacklinge: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Work receptions
Planning an event in Hacklinge?
Tapas for events in Hacklinge
Hacklinge is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From the centre of Hacklinge to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Hacklinge is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Hacklinge to Canterbury (12 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Sandwich station is about 2 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St George, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. With the sea within about 3 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cook at events all over CT14. From Homemead Lane and Hacklinge Hill or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Finglesham (1 mile south-west), Marley (1 mile south-west), Worth (1 mile north-west), Ham (1 mile west) and Felderland (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (2.1 miles east) and Deal Museum (2.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Hacklinge include Sandwich Technology School (1.7 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Coach pub (under half a mile south)
How our tapas catering works in Hacklinge
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Hacklinge. Typical bookings include evening grazing and office parties and launches, with padrón peppers, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
Near Hacklinge, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Why choose live paella in Hacklinge?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Hacklinge and across Kent
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Perfect for your event in Hacklinge
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Hacklinge, people book us for events such as:
- Evening sharing boards
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas before paella
- Table tapas as a starter
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hacklinge, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Guest numbers
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we are needed on site
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
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.
Common questions in Hacklinge
Could we have live paella in Betteshanger Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to Hacklinge for guests?
Sandwich station, about 2 miles north of the centre.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Are the tapas served hot?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
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 keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Collect dietary needs
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Table tapas are set down to share.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
The process
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’s light in Hacklinge until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
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- 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