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Tapas Catering for Loyterton events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Loyterton and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Work receptions
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
Book tapas catering in Loyterton
Tapas catering in Loyterton, cooked live
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. On the menu are albóndigas, patatas bravas and tortilla española, and we’re frequently booked for work receptions and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near Loyterton, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
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 while it cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Loyterton until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Loyterton, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Collect dietary needs
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Add a live paella main.
Loyterton: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Loyterton?
Teynham station, about 1.8 miles north of the centre.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How many tapas per person?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why us?
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything your venue supplies
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
Why choose tapas catering in Loyterton?
Big or small, tapas work.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas before paella
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul.
Before booking anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
Nearby places to Loyterton
What else we do in Loyterton
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Receptions and parties in Loyterton
Loyterton is about 4 miles west of Faversham, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Loyterton will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our events stretch from Loyterton to Canterbury (12 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Teynham station, about 1.8 miles north. Historic buildings near Loyterton often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Loyterton, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of Kent takes in ME9, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. We also cook at events in Tickham (1 mile north-east), Lewson Street (1 mile north-east), Norton Ash (1 mile north-east), Teynham (2 miles north) and Deerton Street (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (4 miles east).
A little further out are Newnham Castle (1.5 miles south) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.4 miles north-west).
- Local pubs include Black Lion Public House (0.9 miles north-west)
- 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