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Tapas Catering for Upper Bush events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Upper Bush and the surrounding area.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening grazing
- Tapas before paella
Tapas catering in Upper Bush
About our tapas catering in Upper Bush
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We cook padrón peppers, croquetas and gambas al ajillo, and we are regularly asked to cater tapas with a paella main course and engagement celebrations.
In a rural spot like Upper Bush, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Upper Bush? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, frequently with ham or mushroom.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- What the venue already provides
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Upper Bush, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Unloading access
- Room for a tapas table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
Events we cater in Upper Bush
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Upper Bush, people book us for events such as:
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks parties and receptions
If you are looking at a historic venue around Upper Bush, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before you book anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
Your questions about tapas catering in Upper Bush
What’s the nearest station to Upper Bush for guests?
The closest is Cuxton station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
How far is Upper Bush from London?
About 24 miles from central London.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
How much does tapas catering cost in Upper Bush?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Upper Bush
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Places near Upper Bush
Also in Upper Bush
Drinks receptions around Upper Bush
Upper Bush is about 3 miles west of Rochester, in Medway. Events in Upper Bush are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Upper Bush is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. We cook right across the region, from Upper Bush to London (about 24 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Cuxton station is about 1.2 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Starkey Castle (1.4 miles south-east) and Cobham College (1.8 miles north-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Anywhere in ME2, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lower Bush (1 mile north-east), Cuxton (1 mile east), North Halling (1 mile south-east), Halling (2 miles south) and Cobham (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Gillingham (6 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rochester (3 miles east), Rainham (8 miles east), Luton (4 miles east) and Park Wood (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (3 miles east) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.1 miles east). The countryside around Upper Bush includes Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Strood Academy (2 miles north-east)
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Upper Bush is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Check diets in advance
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Serving boards and crockery.
- 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