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Tapas & canapé catering in Petteridge, Kent
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Petteridge and the surrounding area.
- Work receptions
- Cocktail parties
- Sharing tapas starters
Tapas catering for Petteridge events
How our tapas catering works in Petteridge
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. We’re frequently asked to cater engagement drinks and launches and office parties, serving patatas bravas, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo.
For a country party near Petteridge, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Tapas for events in Petteridge
Petteridge is about 5 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Petteridge will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cater in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 31 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (3.8 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Historic buildings near Petteridge often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Petteridge is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over the TN12 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Petteridge Lane, Porters Close and Tibbs Court Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Petteridge for tapas catering include Matfield (1 mile north-west), Brenchley (1 mile north-east), Key's Green (1 mile south-west), Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles south-west) and Colt's Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles west), Tonbridge (6 miles north-west), Kings Hill (9 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (3.2 miles west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Petteridge includes Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Mascalls School (1.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include Hop Bine pub (within half a mile north-east)
Who books tapas catering in Petteridge?
Tapas are sociable food.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening grazing
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas before paella
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Paddock Wood station, about 2.6 miles north.
Before you book anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Places near Petteridge
Also in Petteridge
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Parking near the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
Petteridge questions
Could we have live paella in Brenchley Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How far is Petteridge from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
For event organisers in Petteridge
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Organising a club, school or community event in Petteridge? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- We cover Petteridge and the whole of Kent
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Petteridge is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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What tapas catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of paellas
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
- 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