Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Staple
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Staple.
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Tapas catering for Staple events
How our tapas catering works in Staple
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and albóndigas, and we’re often booked for tapas with a paella main course and evening grazing.
For a country party near Staple, tapas and sangria set the mood. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Staple? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
What else we do in Staple
Why choose live paella in Staple?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. 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.
Why book with us
- Events in Staple and across Kent
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
- A spot for our serving station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The process
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Staple until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Your questions about tapas catering in Staple
Is Staple close to London?
About 60 miles from central London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
What affects the price in Staple
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Who books tapas catering in Staple?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Staple, people book us for events such as:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening grazing
- Tapas starters
Historic buildings near Staple frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Who provides the crockery
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Tapas for events in Staple
Staple is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From the centre of Staple to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We cook right across the region, from Staple to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Adisham station is about 2.9 miles away. Historic houses near Staple include Goodnestone Park (1.9 miles south-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Tapas catering in CT3 is planned around your venue and timings. From The Street, Rowan Close and School Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Barnsole (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile west), Durlock (1 mile north), Flemings (1 mile east) and Guilton (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find White Mill (3.3 miles east). Open spaces near Staple include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Three Tuns pub (under half a mile west)
- 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