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Tapas & canapé catering in West Stourmouth, Kent
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 turns food into part of your event in West Stourmouth.
- Launches and office parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering for West Stourmouth events
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Add sangria or cava
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Include staff for canapés
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Tapas catering for your event in West Stourmouth
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. On the menu are albóndigas, Serrano ham and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for receptions and drinks parties and birthday drinks.
For a country party near West Stourmouth, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
West Stourmouth: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Could we have live paella in Grove Ferry Picnic Area?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
What does tapas catering cost?
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.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer drinks reception in West Stourmouth has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
Planning tapas catering in West Stourmouth? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Unloading access
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
West Stourmouth: venues and local tips
West Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Anywhere in CT3, we’ll come to your venue or garden. West Stourmouth is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. We cook right across the region, from West Stourmouth to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Minster station is about 3.7 miles away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like All Saints Church. The coast is within about 6 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in CT3, we can bring tapas catering to you. Other places close to West Stourmouth for tapas catering include East Stourmouth (1 mile east), Grove (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Sarre (1 mile north) and Upstreet (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east), Broadstairs (9 miles east) and Whitstable (9 miles west).
Open spaces near West Stourmouth include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Also in West Stourmouth
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in West Stourmouth? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Who books tapas catering in West Stourmouth?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Evening sharing boards
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Parks such as Grove Ferry Picnic Area have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Why choose live paella in West Stourmouth?
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
See How we price Or The cost guide.
- 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