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Tapas Catering for Pegwell events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Pegwell.
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Live tapas catering in Pegwell
Drinks receptions around Pegwell
Pegwell is about 1 mile south-west of St Lawrence, in Kent. Across the CT11 area, we can cook for your guests. Pegwell is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Ramsgate station is about 1.1 miles away. Parks such as Sandwich and Pegwell Bay have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
For tapas catering in CT11 and CT12, we plan around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Saxon Road, Downs Road and London Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You will find Pegwell on the A299, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Close by, we cover events in Chilton (1 mile north), Cliffs End (1 mile west), Newington (1 mile north), Manston (2 miles north-west) and Haine (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles west), Margate (4 miles north), Dover (14 miles south), Broadstairs (3 miles north-east), Deal (8 miles south) and Herne Bay (12 miles west).
A little further out are Ramsgate General Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Westwood Cross (2.2 miles north). Not far away are Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Schools near Pegwell include Churchill House School With Railed Area (0.9 miles east) and Chatham House Grammar School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Belle Vue pub (under half a mile west)
Tapas catering in Pegwell, made fresh on the day
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Pegwell. On the menu are padrón peppers, Serrano ham and patatas bravas, and we’re often booked for drinks parties and receptions and engagement parties.
In a rural spot like Pegwell, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Add sangria or cava
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Each dish is labelled.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Pegwell is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
How to get a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Places near Pegwell
Other catering in Pegwell
Why choose tapas catering in Pegwell?
They work for any size of event.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Laurence, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What to look for in a quote
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether VAT is included
- Staff numbers and hours
Pegwell questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Laurence?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Pegwell close to London?
About 65 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
How much does tapas catering cost in Pegwell?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why us?
- A clear, itemised quote
- Events in Pegwell and across Kent
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- 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