Kent · England
Tapas Catering in Teynham Street
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Teynham Street.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering near Teynham Street
About our tapas catering in Teynham Street
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. We are frequently asked to cater sharing tapas starters and birthday drinks, with croquetas, padrón peppers and tortilla española.
For a country party near Teynham Street, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Tapas for events in Teynham Street
Teynham Street is about 3 miles north-west of Faversham, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Teynham Street or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Teynham Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Teynham Street to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Teynham station, about 0.8 miles south-west. Historic buildings near Teynham Street frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
We cater events across ME9. We can cater an event on streets such as Teynham Street, Marsh Lane and Conyer Road or the roads around them. Other places close to Teynham Street for tapas catering include Deerton Street (1 mile south), Conyer (1 mile north-west), Teynham (1 mile south-west), Norton Ash (1 mile south) and Lewson Street (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles west), Whitstable (9 miles east) and Faversham (3 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Dolphin Sailing Barge Museum (3.4 miles west) and Castle Rough (3.3 miles north-west).
What affects the price in Teynham Street
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
- The length of service
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Include staff for canapés
- Add sangria or cava
- Ask for labels on each dish
Each dish is labelled.
Serving boards and crockery.
Who books tapas catering in Teynham Street?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Whatever you are celebrating in Teynham Street, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement celebrations
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Why choose live paella in Teynham Street?
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.
Why book with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
For event organisers in Teynham Street
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Towns and villages near Teynham Street
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Questions from Teynham Street
How far is Teynham Street from London?
About 41 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Teynham Street for guests?
The closest is Teynham station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. Sunset in Teynham Street is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Teynham Street, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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