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Tapas & canapé catering in Littlebourne, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Littlebourne.
- Engagement parties
- Evening grazing
- Table tapas as a starter
Planning an event in Littlebourne?
Tapas catering for your event in Littlebourne
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We cook croquetas, padrón peppers and patatas bravas, and we’re regularly asked to cater birthday drinks and evening grazing.
Near Littlebourne, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Perfect for your event in Littlebourne
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Littlebourne and Kent:
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas starters
- Work receptions
- Evening sharing boards
Historic buildings near Littlebourne often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Tapas for events in Littlebourne
Littlebourne is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. For tapas catering in Littlebourne, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in all 922 towns and villages across Kent.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Vincent. Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (3.5 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
We cook at events all over the CT3 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a home on Church Road, High Street and Jubilee Road. Other places close to Littlebourne for tapas catering include Ickham (1 mile east), Wickhambreaux (1 mile north-east), Seaton (1 mile north-east), Bramling (1 mile south-east) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (12 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Castle (3.9 miles west) and Canterbury Roman Museum (3.6 miles west). Open spaces near Littlebourne include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby, you will find The Basket Makers pub (less than half a mile east)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Nearby places to Littlebourne
More for events in Littlebourne
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Label seafood clearly
- Check diets in advance
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Serving boards and crockery.
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. A summer drinks reception in Littlebourne has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Littlebourne, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Space on each table
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
Questions from Littlebourne
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Vincent?
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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Littlebourne close to London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
- 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