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Tapas & canapé catering in Minster, Kent
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Minster.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
Live tapas catering in Minster
Tapas catering for your event in Minster
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Popular choices include croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and albóndigas, and we are regularly asked to cater sharing boards for evening guests and sharing tapas starters.
In a rural spot like Minster, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Minster is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
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Questions from Minster
Is Minster too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
We are having a ceremony at Church of Saint Mary the Virgin: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
How many tapas per person?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you cater in Minster?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Minster is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Paella compared with other options
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- We cover Minster and the whole of Kent
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Why choose tapas catering in Minster?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Minster and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Minster, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- How bad weather is handled
- The venue requirements
- Payment terms and deposit
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space on each table
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
What affects the price in Minster
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many adults and children
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Drinks receptions around Minster
Minster is about 4 miles west of St Lawrence, in Kent. For tapas catering in Minster, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 922 places in Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Quex Park (2.4 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
This part of Kent takes in CT12. We can cater an event on streets such as Cheney Road, Thorne Road and High Street or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Mount Pleasant (1 mile north-east), Way (1 mile east), Acol (2 miles north), Sevenscore (2 miles east) and Ebbsfleet (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (5 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (4 miles east), Broadstairs (6 miles east) and Whitstable (12 miles west).
A little further out are RAF Manston History Museum (2.1 miles north-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (4.4 miles east). Not far away are Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bell Inn (within half a mile south-east)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s 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