Kent · England
Tapas Catering for Leeds events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Leeds and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement drinks
Planning an event in Leeds?
Tapas catering in Leeds, made fresh on the day
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We are often asked to cater cocktail parties and birthday drinks, with Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo.
For a country party near Leeds, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it is light in Leeds until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Drinks receptions around Leeds
Leeds is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Leeds, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. We cater in 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
Historic buildings near Leeds often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Nicholas's Church. Leeds is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in ME17, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Brogden Crescent, Forge Lane and Gloriette Avenue or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in Ashbank (1 mile north-east), Broomfield (1 mile east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile north-east), Chartway Street (2 miles south) and Kingswood (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (13 miles east) and Minster (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Leeds Castle (1 mile east) and KIMS hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The George Inn (less than half a mile east)
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Add sangria or cava
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Spanish desserts to finish.
What affects the price in Leeds
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether you need crockery
- How many guests are eating
- How long we are needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
What else we do in Leeds
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Leeds questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Nicholas's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Leeds too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Perfect for your event in Leeds
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
- Cocktail parties
Guests travelling by rail: Hollingbourne station is about 1.6 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How long the team stays
- The deposit and payment dates
- Space, access and power needs
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
- 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