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Tapas Catering in Poundsbridge
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Poundsbridge and across Kent.
- Tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering in Poundsbridge
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Include staff for canapés
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Check diets in advance
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Staff to serve canapés.
Tapas catering for your event in Poundsbridge
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. Typical bookings include tapas and paella menus and receptions and drinks parties, with Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and Serrano ham.
Near Poundsbridge, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Poundsbridge
- Fast service from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- We cover Poundsbridge and the whole of Kent
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Towns and villages near Poundsbridge
Also in Poundsbridge
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. Evening receptions in Poundsbridge stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Who books tapas catering in Poundsbridge?
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Cocktail parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Launches and office parties
- Table tapas as a starter
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Poundsbridge, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- VAT, if it applies
- Space, access and power needs
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if you can
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Questions from Poundsbridge
Is Poundsbridge close to London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Poundsbridge too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
Tapas for events in Poundsbridge
Poundsbridge is about 3 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Across the TN11 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in 922 places across Kent. We cook right across the region, from Poundsbridge to Brighton (26 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ashurst Kent station, about 2.8 miles south-west. Nearby historic houses include Penshurst Place (1.6 miles north-west) and Groombridge Place (2.6 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cover events in every part of TN11 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Penshurst Road and Poundsbridge Hill. If your venue is just outside Poundsbridge, we also cover Bullingstone (1 mile south-east), Speldhurst (1 mile east), Printstile (1 mile north-east), Stockland Green (1 mile east) and Langton Green (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles south-east), Tonbridge (5 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles east) and Edenbridge (7 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Chiddingstone Castle (3.4 miles north-west) and Kent and Sussex Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Poundsbridge includes Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve and Barden Lake.
- Nearby schools include Bennett Memorial Diocesan School (2.2 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The George And Dragon pub (0.9 miles east)
Organising for someone else?
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
- 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