Medway · England
Tapas Catering in Sharnal Street
Looking for tapas catering in Sharnal Street? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering for Sharnal Street events
What affects the price in Sharnal Street
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything your venue supplies
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Tapas catering in Sharnal Street, made fresh on the day
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they’re served at their best. For engagement parties and birthday and anniversary parties, we can cook Serrano ham, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo.
Near Sharnal Street, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Why choose tapas catering in Sharnal Street?
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Sharnal Street:
- Office parties and launches
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
If you are looking at a historic venue around Sharnal Street, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What happens if it rains
- Travel and parking costs
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Sharnal Street: venues and local tips
Sharnal Street is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. Whether your event is in the middle of Sharnal Street or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Sharnal Street is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Restoration House (4.9 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Guests travelling by rail: Gillingham (Kent) station is about 3.9 miles away.
Anywhere in ME3, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Fenn Street (1 mile north-east), High Halstow (1 mile north-west), Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-east), Kingsnorth (1 mile south-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (6 miles south), Strood (5 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Upnor Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south). The countryside around Sharnal Street includes Bishop Saltings.
- Nearby schools include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (1.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Dog Public House (0.9 miles north-west)
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Sharnal Street
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Sharnal Street is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
FAQs for Sharnal Street
Is Sharnal Street 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.
How far is Sharnal Street from London?
Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Medway. See all areas.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Why choose live paella in Sharnal Street?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in Sharnal Street and across Medway
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Also near Sharnal Street
Also in Sharnal Street
- 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