Medway · England
Tapas Catering for Upper Upnor events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Upper Upnor.
- Evening sharing boards
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Book tapas catering in Upper Upnor
Who books tapas catering in Upper Upnor?
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Historic buildings near Upper Upnor frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Who provides the crockery
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Tapas catering in Upper Upnor, cooked live
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include table tapas as a starter and tapas with a paella main course, with gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and croquetas.
For a country party near Upper Upnor, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
Drinks receptions around Upper Upnor
Upper Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Upper Upnor and the surrounding area. Upper Upnor is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Philip & St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. A picnic in Lower Lines Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
This part of Medway takes in ME2. From High Street, Upnor Road and Castle Street or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover events in Lower Upnor (1 mile north-east), Wainscott (1 mile north-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (3 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (5 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.6 miles south) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Upper Upnor includes Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Schools near Upper Upnor include Waterfront UTC (1.3 miles south-east) and Waterfront University Technical College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Kings Arms (within half a mile east)
- Other local spots include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.4 miles south)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Your questions about tapas catering in Upper Upnor
Is Upper Upnor close to London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Upper Upnor?
The closest is Strood station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Should we have more than one paella?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Upper Upnor hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
How we price tapas catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
- What the venue already provides
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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How it works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Evening receptions in Upper Upnor stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Planning tapas catering in Upper Upnor? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Unloading access
- Room for a tapas table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
- 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