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Tapas Catering in West Street
Looking for tapas catering in West Street? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Engagement parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering for West Street events
Tapas catering in West Street, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, patatas bravas and padrón peppers, and we are frequently booked for tapas with a paella main course and work receptions.
Near West Street, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- How many guests are eating
- Parking and unloading
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
The cost per head normally 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 to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Collect dietary needs
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See How we price Or The cost guide.
The process
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in West Street stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Your questions about tapas catering in West Street
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is West Street too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Towns and villages near West Street
Other catering in West Street
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Drinks receptions around West Street
West Street is about 6 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. From the centre of West Street to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. West Street is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around West Street, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Parks such as Kiln Wood have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of West Street, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in ME17, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to West Street for tapas catering include Woodside Green (1 mile south-east), Payden Street (1 mile east), Lenham (1 mile south-west), Warren Street (2 miles east) and Wichling (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (3.9 miles north-east).
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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