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Tapas Catering for Studdal events
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 in Studdal.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Studdal
Tapas catering for your event in Studdal
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. We cook patatas bravas, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo, and we’re often booked for welcome-drink canapés and tapas with a paella main course.
In a rural spot like Studdal, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Studdal hosts choose us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
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How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. At midsummer, it is light in Studdal 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.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Studdal
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
Historic houses near Studdal include Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Goodnestone Park (5 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before booking anyone
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Check diets in advance
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Include staff for canapés
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Add a live paella main.
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Receptions and parties in Studdal
Studdal is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Studdal or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We cook right across the region, from Studdal to Canterbury (12 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Studdal, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Guests travelling by rail: Martin Mill station is about 2.3 miles away. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Anywhere in CT15, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Chapel Lane, Homestead Lane and Northdowns Close or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Ashley (1 mile south-west), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south), Sutton (1 mile east) and Martin (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Dover Transport Museum (3.2 miles south).
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Studdal? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
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
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
Common questions in Studdal
Can you cater a reception after a service at East Studdal Church Hall?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Studdal?
The closest is Martin Mill station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
- 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