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Tapas Catering for Underling Green events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Underling Green.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
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Tapas catering for your event in Underling Green
The best spreads mix hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. On the menu are Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española, and we are often booked for tapas and paella menus and canapés with welcome drinks.
Near Underling Green, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planning a tapas spread in Underling Green
Underling Green is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. For an event in Underling Green, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Underling Green is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Marden station is about 1.5 miles away. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Underling Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Underling Green, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in TN12, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also cook at events in Milebush (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile south), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south), Cross-at-Hand (1 mile east) and Rabbit's Cross (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Kings Hill (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Oakwood Hospital (5.5 miles north) and South East Romany Museum (1.3 miles south).
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
The process
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. A summer drinks reception in Underling Green has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Add sangria or cava
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Include staff for canapés
- Check diets in advance
Tapas go out to the tables.
Add a live paella main.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
Occasions we cook for in Underling Green
Tapas get people talking.
In Underling Green and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Office parties and launches
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (5 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Comparing caterers
- Who provides the crockery
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Nearby places to Underling Green
What else we do in Underling Green
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Events in Underling Green and across Kent
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
FAQs for Underling Green
Is Underling Green close to London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Kent. See all areas.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
- 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