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Tapas Catering for Knockholt Pound events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Knockholt Pound: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Knockholt Pound
Occasions we cook for in Knockholt Pound
They work for any size of event.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Knockholt Pound, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Table tapas as a starter
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Parks such as Polhill Bank have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
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How our tapas catering works in Knockholt Pound
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Typical bookings include tapas starters and work receptions, with gambas al ajillo, croquetas and Manchego with membrillo.
Near Knockholt Pound, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
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The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Knockholt Pound is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Knockholt Pound
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Add sangria or cava
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ask for labels on each dish
Tapas go out to the tables.
Staff to serve canapés.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The number of people
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and time of the event
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Questions from Knockholt Pound
Could we have live paella in Polhill Bank?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How far is Knockholt Pound from London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Tapas for events in Knockholt Pound
Knockholt Pound is about 4 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. From the centre of Knockholt Pound to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Knockholt Pound include Down House (3.2 miles west) and Quebec House (4 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Knockholt station, about 2 miles north. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Knockholt Pound, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of the TN14 postcode area. From Old London Road, Bond Close and Main Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Knockholt (1 mile south-west), Halstead (1 mile north-east), Sepham Heath (1 mile north-east), Pratt's Bottom (2 miles north) and Badgers Mount (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (4 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (11 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Orpington Hospital (3.4 miles north) and Lullingstone Castle (4.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Knockholt Pound includes Downe Bank and Betsom's Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Three Horseshoes pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- 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