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Tapas & canapé catering in Lullingstone, Kent
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Lullingstone.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement parties
Live tapas catering in Lullingstone
Perfect for your event in Lullingstone
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday drinks
A picnic in Raspberry Hall Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- The venue requirements
- Allergen information for each dish
How our tapas catering works in Lullingstone
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. Typical bookings include anniversary parties and engagement parties, with Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and patatas bravas.
Near Lullingstone, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Organising a club, school or community event in Lullingstone? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Receptions and parties in Lullingstone
Lullingstone is about 3 miles south of Swanley, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Lullingstone will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Lullingstone is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for London, about 16 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of Saint Botolph. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Eynsford station, about 0.6 miles north-east. Lullingstone is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in DA4 is planned around your venue. Nearby, we also cater events in Shoreham (2 miles south), Well Hill (2 miles west), Crockenhill (2 miles north-west), Maypole (2 miles west) and Bopeep (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (6 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles north-east) and Swanley (3 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Lullingstone Castle (less than half a mile east) and Orpington Hospital (4.2 miles west). Open spaces near Lullingstone include The Warren.
- Nearby, you will find The Malt Shovel pub (1 mile north-east)
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Your questions about tapas catering in Lullingstone
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.
We are having a ceremony at Church of Saint Botolph: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Include staff for canapés
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Nearby places to Lullingstone
Other catering in Lullingstone
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Lullingstone is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- 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.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Lullingstone
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A spot for our serving station
- Parking near the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Lullingstone
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
- 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