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Tapas & canapé catering in Maxton, Kent
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Maxton.
- Launches and office parties
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas before paella
Live tapas catering in Maxton
Maxton: venues and local tips
Maxton is about 1 mile south-west of Tower Hamlets, in Kent. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Maxton. Maxton is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Maxton to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Dover Priory station is about 0.8 miles away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Martin's Church. The coast is within about 2 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in CT17 and CT15, we can bring tapas catering to you. From Cow Lane, Manor Road and Mount Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Aycliffe (1 mile south), Farthingloe (1 mile south-west), Dover (1 mile north), Church Hougham (2 miles west) and River (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Deal (8 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles west), Walmer (7 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (6 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Old Town Gaol (1 mile north-east) and Dover Castle (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Maxton includes Dover Western Heights.
- Local schools include Astor College for the Arts (less than half a mile north) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Crown & Sceptre pub (under half a mile north-east)
Tapas catering in Maxton, made fresh on the day
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Typical bookings include canapés with welcome drinks and receptions and drinks parties, serving albóndigas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Maxton, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Events we cater in Maxton
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
- Cocktail parties
A picnic in Western Heights LNR? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Questions to ask before you book
- Who provides the crockery
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The wet-weather plan
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Events in Maxton and across Kent
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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How the day works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Maxton stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- 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
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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What affects the price in Maxton
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Maxton: your questions answered
Is Maxton close to London?
About 65 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Maxton?
Dover Priory station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Afterwards, we clear away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Permission from the venue
- Space on each table
- Room for a tapas table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- 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