Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Mott's Mill
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Mott's Mill: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks reception canapés
Planning an event in Mott's Mill?
About our tapas catering in Mott's Mill
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. For canapés with welcome drinks and birthday and anniversary parties, we will put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and albóndigas and more.
Near Mott's Mill, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we’re needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
Planning tapas catering in Mott's Mill? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Who books tapas catering in Mott's Mill?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening sharing boards
Historic houses near Mott's Mill include Groombridge Place (1.6 miles north-east) and Bassetts Manor (3.7 miles north-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Where we can cook in Mott's Mill
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
Your questions about tapas catering in Mott's Mill
Do you come out to small places like Mott's Mill?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Mott's Mill?
The closest is Eridge station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
How much does tapas catering cost in Mott's Mill?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Towns and villages near Mott's Mill
More for events in Mott's Mill
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Paella compared with other options
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Catering across Kent, including Mott's Mill
- Drinks service on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label seafood clearly
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Serving boards and crockery.
Step by step
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Mott's Mill is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Read more
Tapas for events in Mott's Mill
Mott's Mill is about 3 miles north of Crowborough, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Mott's Mill or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Mott's Mill is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 22 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Eridge station is about 1.3 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Thomas the Apostle, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Mott's Mill, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in TN3, we can bring tapas catering to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Boarshead (2 miles south), Friar's Gate (2 miles south-west), Marden's Hill (2 miles south-west), Steel Cross (2 miles south) and Crowborough (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Sevenoaks (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles north-east), Tonbridge (8 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-east), Southborough (6 miles north-east) and Edenbridge (9 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Bolebroke Castle (3.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Mott's Mill include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- 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