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Tapas Catering in Hadlow
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hadlow.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering for Hadlow events
Tapas for events in Hadlow
Hadlow is about 3 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Hadlow and the surrounding area. We cover 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Hadlow, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church.
We cover events in every part of the TN11 postcode area and the streets around it. From The Square, High Street and Brookfields or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Pittswood (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), Golden Green (1 mile south), Parker's Green (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Street (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north), Tonbridge (3 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Hadlow Tower museum (under half a mile south-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Hadlow include Hadlow College (less than half a mile west) and Hadlow Rural Community School (under half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose & Crown pub (less than half a mile north-west)
Tapas catering in Hadlow, made fresh on the day
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. On the menu are Serrano ham, tortilla española and croquetas, and we are often booked for tapas starters and birthday and anniversary parties.
For a country party near Hadlow, 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.
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. A summer drinks reception in Hadlow has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, 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 clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Include staff for canapés
- Label seafood clearly
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Afterwards, we clear away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hadlow? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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.
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About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Why choose live paella in Hadlow?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Hadlow
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A clear, itemised quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Hadlow questions
Is Hadlow too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Hadlow for guests?
Beltring station, about 3.3 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you provide serving staff?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
- 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