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Tapas & canapé catering in Teynham, Kent
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Teynham and Kent, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas before paella
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering for Teynham events
Tapas catering in Teynham, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and engagement celebrations, we will put together a menu of tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and gambas al ajillo.
Around Teynham, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Paella compared with other options
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Kent, including Teynham
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Nearby places to Teynham
Other catering in Teynham
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Staff to serve canapés.
For event organisers in Teynham
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Teynham? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
- How many guests are eating
- Timings and hours
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
- Permission from the venue
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
Step by step
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Evening receptions in Teynham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- 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 arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
FAQs for Teynham
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far is Teynham from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come to Teynham?
Yes, we do. Teynham is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Teynham: venues and local tips
Teynham is about 3 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wherever your event is in the ME9 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cook in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Teynham, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary.
Tapas catering in ME9 is planned around your venue and timings. Whether your event is on Station Road, London Road and Belle Friday Close or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Teynham for tapas catering include Teynham Street (1 mile north-east), Deerton Street (1 mile east), Norton Ash (1 mile south-east), Lewson Street (1 mile south-east) and Tickham (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bayford Court (2.8 miles west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.7 miles west).
- Schools near Teynham include Sittingbourne Community College (2 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Dover Castle pub (within half a mile south)
Occasions we cook for in Teynham
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday drinks
Guests travelling by rail: Teynham station is in Teynham itself.
Before you book anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- 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