Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Stone Corner
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 Stone Corner.
- Engagement celebrations
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Stone Corner
Tapas catering in Stone Corner, made fresh on the day
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Stone Corner. For engagement celebrations and anniversary parties, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and padrón peppers.
For a country party near Stone Corner, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Your questions about tapas catering in Stone Corner
How far is Stone Corner from London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Stone Corner for guests?
Appledore (Kent) station, about 3.9 miles east of the centre.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How many paellas should we have?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Drinks receptions around Stone Corner
Stone Corner is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Stone Corner or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 922 places across Kent. Our events stretch from Stone Corner to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Smallhythe Place (1.4 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Historic buildings near Stone Corner often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. With the sea within about 6 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cook at events all over TN30 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Stone Corner, we also cover Acton (1 mile south-west), The Stocks (1 mile south), Reading Street (1 mile north-east), Wittersham (1 mile south-west) and Stone in Oxney (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north-east), Tenterden (3 miles north-west), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Smallhythe Place (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Stone Corner includes Flatropers Wood.
Events we cater in Stone Corner
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Engagement drinks
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 3.9 miles east.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The wet-weather plan
- If the price includes VAT
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we are needed on site
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
The process
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Stone Corner has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. 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.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Planning tapas catering in Stone Corner? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Nearby places to Stone Corner
Also in Stone Corner
- 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