Kent · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Pearson's Green, Kent
Planning tapas catering in Pearson's Green? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Birthday drinks
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering near Pearson's Green
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Pearson's Green
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
Tapas catering for your event in Pearson's Green
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. We are frequently asked to cater work receptions and sharing boards for evening guests, serving padrón peppers, albóndigas and croquetas.
Near Pearson's Green, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
Planning a tapas spread in Pearson's Green
Pearson's Green is about 7 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. From the centre of Pearson's Green to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Pearson's Green to Canterbury (30 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Paddock Wood station is about 2 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (5 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Pearson's Green is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Castle Hill (1 mile south-west), Mile Oak (1 mile west), Palmer's Green (1 mile south-west), Claygate (1 mile north-east) and Queen Street (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (7 miles west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Hop Farm Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.1 miles west).
- Local pubs include The Castle Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
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.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Your questions about tapas catering in Pearson's Green
Is Pearson's Green close to London?
About 32 miles from central London.
Is Pearson's Green too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and rough timings
Send us the date, your venue or TN12 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Why choose tapas catering in Pearson's Green?
Big or small, tapas work.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Pearson's Green, people book us for occasions like:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
If you are looking at a historic venue around Pearson's Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- When payment is due
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Add a live paella main.
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it’s light in Pearson's Green until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Pearson's Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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What else we do in Pearson's Green
- 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