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Tapas Catering in Palmarsh
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Palmarsh and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening grazing
- Tapas with a paella main course
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A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
How our tapas catering works in Palmarsh
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. Whether it’s evening grazing and tapas with a paella main course, we can cook padrón peppers, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
Tapas make a party in Palmarsh easy and sociable. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
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How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it’s light in Palmarsh until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Palmarsh? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Questions from Palmarsh
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
We are having a ceremony at Holy Cross: can you cater afterwards?
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. Send us the reception address.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can you do sangria?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Palmarsh? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Palmarsh
- Events in Palmarsh and across Kent
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Drinks receptions around Palmarsh
Palmarsh is about 2 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Palmarsh will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Palmarsh is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Palmarsh to Canterbury (15 miles away).
Historic houses near Palmarsh include Westenhanger Castle (2.3 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Guests travelling by rail: Sandling station is about 2 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Palmarsh, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Tapas catering in CT21 is planned around your venue and timings. Local streets include Nickolls Road, Blackman Road and Burmarsh Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include West Hythe (1 mile north-west), Pedlinge (1 mile north), Lympne (1 mile north-west), Berwick (1 mile north-west) and Hythe (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north), Dover (12 miles north-east), Folkestone (5 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (6 miles north-east).
A little further out are Hythe Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lympne Castle (1.2 miles north-west). Not far away are Tolsford Hill.
- Local schools include Brockhill Park Performing Arts College (1.5 miles north-east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Check diets in advance
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Include staff for canapés
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The courses you’d like
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Palmarsh, and we will put together a menu and price.
Perfect for your event in Palmarsh
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Palmarsh, people book us for events such as:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
Parks such as Brockhill Country Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- 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