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Tapas Catering for Meopham events
Looking for tapas catering in Meopham? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering in Meopham
What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The number of people
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Tapas catering for your event in Meopham
The best spreads mix hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. We cook Manchego with membrillo, patatas bravas and Serrano ham, and we’re frequently booked for drinks reception canapés and tapas starters.
For a party in a place like Meopham, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell normally draws people over. Evening receptions in Meopham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Towns and villages near Meopham
Other catering in Meopham
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
Receptions and parties in Meopham
Meopham is about 4 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. For tapas catering in Meopham, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our nearest city page is London, about 21 miles away.
A picnic in Camer Park Country Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Guests travelling by rail: Meopham station is about 0.5 miles away.
Tapas catering in DA13 is planned around your venue. Whether your event is on Station Road, The Russets and The Pippins or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Foxendown (1 mile south-east), Sole Street (1 mile north-east), Round Street (1 mile north-east), Gold Street (1 mile north-east) and Nash Street (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (4 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Gravesham Community Hospital (4.4 miles north). Open spaces near Meopham include Sawyers Lake and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Meopham School (0.8 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Railway Inn (0.9 miles east)
Meopham questions
How far is Meopham from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Parish Church of St John the Baptist?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
- 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