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Tapas & canapé catering in Newington, Kent
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Newington and the surrounding area.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering for Newington events
Tapas catering in Newington, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We are frequently asked to cater tapas before paella and engagement drinks, with albóndigas, padrón peppers and tortilla española.
In Newington, tapas work at home or in a local hall. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Include staff for canapés
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Serving boards and crockery.
Also in Newington
Receptions and parties in Newington
Newington is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. For tapas catering in Newington, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Newington is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Christopher's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Newington often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Here we cover the CT12, CT11 and CT10 postcode area. Whether your event is on Gwyn Road, Haine Road and Leigh Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. With the A254 and A256 close by, Newington is easy for us to reach for your event. Close by, we cover events in Haine (1 mile north-west), Manston (1 mile west), Chilton (1 mile south), Westwood (1 mile north) and Flete (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Ramsgate Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Newington include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (0.7 miles east) and St George's Boys School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east)
Your questions about tapas catering in Newington
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Christopher's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Newington?
Ramsgate station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Where we can cook in Newington
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Newington
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
Events we cater in Newington
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Work receptions
For guests coming by train, Ramsgate station is about 0.7 miles away.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Space, access and power needs
- What happens if it rains
- When final numbers are due
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Newington hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- We cover Newington and the whole of Kent
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
How it works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Newington until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Read more
- 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