Kent · England
Tapas & canapé catering in South Street, Kent
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in South Street.
- Birthday drinks
- Work receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
Book tapas catering in South Street
What affects the price in South Street
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
- How long we’re needed on site
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
How our tapas catering works in South Street
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. For anniversary parties and tapas with a paella main course, we can cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and croquetas and more.
For a country party near South Street, tapas and sangria set the mood. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
South Street: your questions answered
Could we have live paella in Mount Ephraim Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. A summer drinks reception in South Street has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in South Street
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
Parks such as Mount Ephraim Gardens have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- If the price includes VAT
Tapas for events in South Street
South Street is about 3 miles south-east of Preston, in Kent. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around South Street and nearby villages. We cook in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from South Street to Canterbury (about 6 miles away).
Historic buildings near South Street often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of South Street, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of ME13 and the streets around it. Whether your event is on North Lane and South Street or a nearby road, we can cook there. Other places close to South Street for tapas catering include Crouch (1 mile north-west), Oversland (1 mile east), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-west), Hickmans Green (1 mile north-east) and Winterbourne (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (6 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.7 miles east) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Sondes Arms (under half a mile south-west)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Towns and villages near South Street
Other catering in South Street
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in South Street? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
- 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