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Tapas & canapé catering in Leybourne, Kent
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Leybourne and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement parties
- Tapas before paella
Planning an event in Leybourne?
Tapas catering in Leybourne, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Popular choices include albóndigas, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for evening sharing boards and table tapas as a starter.
Near Leybourne, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
More for events in Leybourne
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Waiting staff for canapés.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A spot for our serving station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Leybourne
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Events in Leybourne and across Kent
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Common questions in Leybourne
Is Leybourne too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Leybourne?
West Malling station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you cater in Leybourne?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Leybourne is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Planning a tapas spread in Leybourne
Leybourne is about 5 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Leybourne, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We cook right across the region, from Leybourne to London (26 miles away).
A picnic in Leybourne Lakes Country Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is West Malling station, about 0.7 miles south-west.
For tapas catering in ME19 and ME20, we plan around your venue. From London Road, Oxley Shaw Lane and Redbank or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Larkfield (1 mile east), Lunsford (1 mile north-east), New Hythe (1 mile north-east), Birling (1 mile north-west) and Snodland (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidstone (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
A little further out are Leybourne Castle (within half a mile north-west) and Coldrum Long Barrow (2.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Leybourne includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Schools near Leybourne include The Malling School (0.8 miles south) and The Malling School (0.8 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Monks Head pub (0.7 miles east)
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer drinks reception in Leybourne has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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How we price tapas catering
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- What the venue already provides
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Leybourne, and we will put together a menu and price.
- 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