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Tapas Catering in Queen Street
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Queen Street.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
Planning an event in Queen Street?
About our tapas catering in Queen Street
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Typical bookings include birthday and anniversary parties and sharing boards for evening guests, serving croquetas, patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo.
For a country party near Queen Street, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
For event organisers in Queen Street
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Also near Queen Street
What else we do in Queen Street
Queen Street questions
How far is Queen Street from London?
About 31 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Queen Street?
The closest is Paddock Wood station, roughly 1 mile away.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
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.
Are the tapas fresh?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Queen Street is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Check diets in advance
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Sangria and bar staff.
Perfect for your event in Queen Street
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Queen Street, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
- Cocktail parties
Historic buildings near Queen Street often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- When final numbers are due
- Staff numbers and hours
- Payment terms and deposit
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
What affects the price in Queen Street
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Receptions and parties in Queen Street
Queen Street is about 6 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Queen Street or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 30 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Paddock Wood station is about 1 mile away. Parks such as Foal Hurst Wood have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Tapas catering in TN12 is planned around your venue. Other places close to Queen Street for tapas catering include Mile Oak (1 mile south), Pearson's Green (2 miles south), Claygate (2 miles south-east), Castle Hill (2 miles south) and Palmer's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Tonbridge (6 miles west), Kings Hill (6 miles north) and Foley Park (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.1 miles south-west) and The Hop Farm Museum (1.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Queen Street include Mascalls School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include John Brunt V.C. Pub (0.9 miles west)
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
- 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