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Tapas & canapé catering in Milebush, 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 Milebush.
- Engagement parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Work receptions
Tapas catering for Milebush events
Common questions in Milebush
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Michael and All Angels Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Milebush close to London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How much tapas do we need?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Tapas catering for your event in Milebush
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Typical bookings include drinks reception canapés and engagement drinks, with gambas al ajillo, albóndigas and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Milebush, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Drinks receptions around Milebush
Milebush is about 6 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For an event in Milebush, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Milebush is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Milebush to Canterbury (26 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Marden station is about 1.1 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as St Michael and All Angels Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Milebush, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area. Local streets include Maidstone Road and Milebush Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater events in St Ann's Green (1 mile east), Underling Green (1 mile north-east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-east), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles east) and Marden Thorn (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Kings Hill (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Sutton Valence Castle (4.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (5.7 miles north).
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Events in Milebush and across Kent
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Towns and villages near Milebush
What else we do in Milebush
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Milebush, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
The process
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. Evening receptions in Milebush stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- Space for a serving table or station
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Parking near the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
Who books tapas catering in Milebush?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Historic buildings near Milebush often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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