Kent · England
Tapas Catering for Mowshurst events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Mowshurst. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering in Mowshurst
Drinks receptions around Mowshurst
Mowshurst is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. For tapas catering in Mowshurst, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cover 922 places across Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 21 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul. Historic houses near Mowshurst include Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east) and Chartwell (2.5 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Mowshurst is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cover events in every part of the TN8 postcode area. Other places close to Mowshurst for tapas catering include Marlpit Hill (1 mile west), Edenbridge (1 mile south-west), Pootings (1 mile north), Four Elms (1 mile north-east) and Troy Town (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Swan pub (0.6 miles west)
How our tapas catering works in Mowshurst
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We are often asked to cater birthday drinks and receptions and drinks parties, with Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo.
Near Mowshurst, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Mowshurst
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
About the dishes
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Organising a club, school or community event in Mowshurst? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Nearby places to Mowshurst
What else we do in Mowshurst
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Check diets in advance
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Mowshurst is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Who books tapas catering in Mowshurst?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
- Anniversary parties
Historic buildings near Mowshurst frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Before you book anyone
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Mowshurst: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Mowshurst?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
Do you cater in Mowshurst?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Mowshurst is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
What affects the price in Mowshurst
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The paellas you choose
- Timings and hours
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of the space, if you can
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
- 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