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Tapas & canapé catering in Swanley Village, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Swanley Village. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Launches and office parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering in Swanley Village
Occasions we cook for in Swanley Village
Big or small, tapas work.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Birthday drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Nearby historic houses include Lullingstone Castle (3.3 miles south) and Hall Place and Gardens (3.3 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Questions to ask before you book
- Space, access and power needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Tapas catering in Swanley Village, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. On the menu are Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and croquetas, and we’re frequently booked for office parties and launches and evening sharing boards.
For a country party near Swanley Village, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Nearby places to Swanley Village
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Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
How the day works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Swanley Village stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late 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.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Related guides
Receptions and parties in Swanley Village
Swanley Village is about 3 miles south-west of Dartford, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Swanley Village, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 14 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of Saint Paul. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Swanley station, about 1.5 miles south-west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Swanley Village, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in BR8 is planned around your venue and timings. From Church Road, Hotham Close and School Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hextable (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (1 mile north-west), Stonehill Green (1 mile north-west), Wilmington (2 miles north) and Joyden's Wood (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (3 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (7 miles east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eynsford Castle (2.5 miles south) and Dartford Library (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
- Schools near Swanley Village include Hextable School (0.8 miles west)
Questions from Swanley Village
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of Saint Paul?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Swanley Village close to London?
Roughly 14 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Kent. Find your area.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. 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.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Include staff for canapés
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Serving boards and crockery.
Why choose live paella in Swanley Village?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why Swanley Village hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
For event organisers in Swanley Village
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
What affects the price in Swanley Village
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Timings and hours
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Parking and unloading
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
- 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