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Tapas Catering for Westbere events
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Westbere.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
Planning an event in Westbere?
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
About our tapas catering in Westbere
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. We’re often asked to cater anniversary parties and receptions and drinks parties, with patatas bravas, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo.
Near Westbere, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
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Westbere: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Is Westbere close to London?
Roughly 55 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Westbere.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Where we can cook in Westbere
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A photo of the space, if you can
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Westbere? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Westbere: venues and local tips
Westbere is about 3 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in CT2, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Westbere is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints. Guests travelling by rail: Sturry station is about 1.2 miles away. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cater events across CT2. From Island Road, Pennington Close and Bushy Hill Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Hersden (1 mile north-east), Sturry (1 mile west), Calcott (2 miles north-west), Broad Oak (2 miles west) and Stodmarsh (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (3 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (3.9 miles south-west) and Canterbury Roman Museum (3.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Westbere includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include Frank Montgomery School (under half a mile north-east) and Hersden Village Primary School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Ye Olde Yew Tree Inn (under half a mile south)
Why choose tapas catering in Westbere?
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Westbere:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas starters
If you are looking at a historic venue around Westbere, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- The venue requirements
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The wet-weather plan
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Westbere? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests typically gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Westbere until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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