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Tapas & canapé catering in Minster, Kent
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Minster and Kent, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering for Minster events
The process
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it is light in Minster until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- 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
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
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Tapas catering for your event in Minster
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Whether it’s receptions and drinks parties and tapas before paella, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and patatas bravas.
Tapas work for parties and receptions in Minster. Hot tapas need a spot to finish them. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Events we cater in Minster
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Minster, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Welcome-drink canapés
Historic buildings near Minster frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- When final numbers are due
- Payment terms and deposit
- How bad weather is handled
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Permission from the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
Tapas for events in Minster
Minster is about 6 miles north-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Minster will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Minster is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Minster to Canterbury (15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Queenborough station, about 2.3 miles west. Parks such as Barton's Point Coastal Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
For tapas catering in ME12, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include High Street, Lapwing Close and Copland Avenue, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You will find Minster on the A2500 and B2008, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. If your venue is just outside Minster, we also cover Halfway Houses (1 mile west), Sheerness (2 miles north-west), Queenborough (2 miles west), Eastchurch (3 miles east) and Rushenden (3 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles south-west), Whitstable (11 miles south-east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Herne Bay (15 miles east) and Davington (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Minster Gatehouse Museum (within half a mile north-east) and Castle Rough (4.5 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey (0.8 miles west) and Leigh Academy Minster (0.9 miles west)
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Catering across Kent, including Minster
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Fast service from the pan
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Minster questions
What’s the nearest station to Minster for guests?
Queenborough station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre.
How far is Minster from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Always popular and generally vegetarian.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Guest numbers
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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More for events in Minster
- 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