Kent · England
Tapas & canapé catering in West Yoke, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in West Yoke. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering in West Yoke
Receptions and parties in West Yoke
West Yoke is about 5 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. Events in West Yoke are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from West Yoke to London (about 19 miles away).
Historic houses near West Yoke include Lullingstone Castle (4.4 miles west) and Cobham College (4.7 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Longfield station, about 2.3 miles north. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of West Yoke, ideal for an outdoor reception.
For tapas catering in TN15, we plan around your venue and your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as Butler's Place, Ash Road and Manor Lane or the roads around them. If your venue is just outside West Yoke, we also cover Ash (1 mile south), Fawkham Green (1 mile west), Speed Gate (1 mile west), Stansted (2 miles south) and West Kingsdown (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (6 miles north-east), Tonbridge (11 miles south) and Northfleet (5 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eynsford Castle (3.6 miles west) and Darent Valley Hospital (5.2 miles north).
- Local schools include Longfield Academy (2.3 miles north)
- Local pubs include The White Swan Public House (0.5 miles south)
About our tapas catering in West Yoke
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. On the menu are tortilla española, padrón peppers and Serrano ham, and we’re frequently booked for sharing boards for evening guests and drinks reception canapés.
For a country party near West Yoke, tapas and sangria set the mood. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in West Yoke
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
Questions from West Yoke
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’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like West Yoke?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Step by step
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it’s light in West Yoke until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:50pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or TN15 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose live paella in West Yoke?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in West Yoke
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Towns and villages near West Yoke
What else we do in West Yoke
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Label seafood clearly
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in West Yoke? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
- 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