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Tapas Catering for Moorstock events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Moorstock: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Moorstock
About our tapas catering in Moorstock
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. On the menu are patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo and Serrano ham, and typical bookings are for engagement drinks and sharing boards for evening guests.
Near Moorstock, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Moorstock questions
Is Moorstock too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Is the paella gluten-free?
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.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Perfect for your event in Moorstock
Big or small, tapas work.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday drinks
- Engagement parties
- Launches and office parties
For guests coming by train, Westenhanger station is about 1.8 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but 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
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Catering across Kent, including Moorstock
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Moorstock stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Moorstock? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Moorstock: venues and local tips
Moorstock is about 4 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. For an event in Moorstock, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Moorstock. Moorstock is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Moorstock to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Westenhanger Castle (1.6 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Moorstock, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
For tapas catering in TN25, we plan around your venue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sellindge (1 mile south), Stanford (2 miles south-east), Stowting (2 miles north-east), Postling (3 miles east) and Skeete (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north) and Hythe (4 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (4.5 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (2.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
Other catering in Moorstock
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- Waiting and bar staff
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Moorstock, and we will put together a menu and price.
- 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