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Tapas Catering in Lamberhurst
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Lamberhurst: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering for Lamberhurst events
About our tapas catering in Lamberhurst
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it is engagement parties and sharing tapas starters, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and Serrano ham for your guests.
For a country party near Lamberhurst, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Drinks receptions around Lamberhurst
Lamberhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Lamberhurst will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Lamberhurst is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 29 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Wadhurst Castle (3.6 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary. Lamberhurst is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over TN3 and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Clivedon Court; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles north-west), Key's Green (3 miles north-west), Petteridge (3 miles north), Brenchley (4 miles north) and Matfield (4 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles north-west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Old Scotney Castle (1 mile south-east). Not far away are Bewl Water.
- Nearby, you will find Horse And Groom Public House (within half a mile south-west)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Check diets in advance
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Bar staff and sangria.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Why choose tapas catering in Lamberhurst?
Tapas are sociable food.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Cocktail parties
- Evening grazing
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Work receptions
For guests coming by train, Wadhurst station is about 3.9 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How each diet is kept separate
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Lamberhurst has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Lamberhurst hosts choose us
- We cover Lamberhurst and the whole of Kent
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Common questions in Lamberhurst
What’s the nearest station to Lamberhurst for guests?
The closest is Wadhurst station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Mary: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many courses
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- Roughly how many adults and children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
- 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