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Tapas & canapé catering in Nash, Kent
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Nash and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Tapas catering in Nash
Your questions about tapas catering in Nash
Which station should guests use for Nash?
Adisham station, about 3.7 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Nash close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Tapas catering in Nash, cooked live
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. On the menu are Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and albóndigas, and we’re regularly asked to cater work receptions and engagement celebrations.
For a country party near Nash, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Nash stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Catering across Kent, including Nash
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Staff to serve canapés.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Why choose tapas catering in Nash?
Tapas are sociable food.
In Nash and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement celebrations
After a ceremony at a church such as Elmstone Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether travel is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Receptions and parties in Nash
Nash is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in CT3, we can bring the pans to you. Nash is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Nash to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Historic houses near Nash include Goodnestone Park (3 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Nash, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
For tapas catering in CT3, we plan around your venue. For events just outside Nash, we cover Hoaden (1 mile north-east), Perry (1 mile west), Shatterling (1 mile south-west), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Durlock (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.6 miles east) and St Martins Hospital (6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What affects the price in Nash
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Your date and when you want to eat
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Towns and villages near Nash
Also in Nash
- 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