Kent · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Newington, Kent
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Newington.
- Birthday drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Newington
How our tapas catering works in Newington
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it is welcome-drink canapés and birthday and anniversary parties, we can cook tortilla española, patatas bravas and Serrano ham for your guests.
For a party in a place like Newington, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Events we cater in Newington
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Newington and Kent:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Guests travelling by rail: Newington has its own station, Newington station.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- A clear list of what’s included
- How long the team stays
What affects the price in Newington
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
- How many guests are eating
- How many courses
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. Evening receptions in Newington stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Newington: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Newington for guests?
Newington has its own station: Newington station.
Is Newington close to London?
About 34 miles from central London.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you cover Newington?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Newington is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Nearby places to Newington
Also in Newington
Planning a tapas spread in Newington
Newington is about 3 miles west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Newington or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Newington is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our events stretch from Newington to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
Historic buildings near Newington frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Newington, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in ME9, we can bring tapas catering to you. From Station Road, High Street and London Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover events in Breach (1 mile north-west), Keycol (1 mile east), Lower Hartlip (1 mile west), Danaway (1 mile south) and Chestnut Street (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (8 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (3 miles east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Faversham (10 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles west) and Minster (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.8 miles east) and Court Hall Museum (2.8 miles east). The countryside around Newington includes Bishop Saltings.
- Nearby schools include Leigh Academy Rainham (2 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (within half a mile south)
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Check diets in advance
- Add sangria or cava
- Tell us what role tapas play
Afterwards, we clear away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
- 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