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Tapas Catering for Tilmanstone events
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 in Tilmanstone.
- Engagement drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering near Tilmanstone
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
How our tapas catering works in Tilmanstone
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Popular choices include padrón peppers, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and we are regularly asked to cater receptions and drinks parties and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near Tilmanstone, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Who books tapas catering in Tilmanstone?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Launches and office parties
Nearby historic houses include Goodnestone Park (3.5 miles north-west) and Walmer Castle (4.8 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- How long the team stays
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Tilmanstone is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Parking near the venue
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
Also near Tilmanstone
What else we do in Tilmanstone
Drinks receptions around Tilmanstone
Tilmanstone is about 4 miles west of Deal, in Kent. Give us the address of your event in Tilmanstone, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Tilmanstone is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Tilmanstone to Canterbury (10 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Shepherds Well station is about 3.3 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around Tilmanstone, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Tapas catering in CT14 is planned around your venue. Streets in the area include Upper Street, Vicarage Lane and Chapel Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Tilmanstone, we also cover Elvington (2 miles west), Heronden (2 miles north), Chillenden (2 miles north-west), Barfrestone (2 miles west) and Hammill Park (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south-west), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Deal Castle (4.7 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (5.7 miles south).
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
The cost per head typically 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 we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the space, if you can
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Tilmanstone
Is Tilmanstone close to London?
Roughly 63 miles from the centre of London.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Andrew: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
How much does tapas catering cost in Tilmanstone?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
- 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