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Tapas & canapé catering in Westwood, Kent
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Westwood.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Live tapas catering in Westwood
Tapas catering for your event in Westwood
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. On the menu are Serrano ham, patatas bravas and croquetas, and we are regularly asked to cater tapas before paella and engagement drinks.
For a party in a place like Westwood, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
Tapas for events in Westwood
Westwood is about 1 mile south of Margate, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Westwood will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Westwood is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
Historic houses near Westwood include Quex Park (2.9 miles west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Guests travelling by rail: Margate station is about 1.4 miles away. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cook at events all over CT9 and CT10 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Leo Road, Nash Road and Luna Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Westwood sits on or near the A254, which makes travel to your event easy. If your venue is just outside Westwood, we also cover Flete (1 mile west), Haine (1 mile south), Margate (1 mile north), Newington (1 mile south) and Garlinge (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles south-west), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (0.7 miles north) and Public Library & Museum (Camborne) (1.4 miles north). Open spaces near Westwood include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include Hartsdown Academy (1.2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Orb pub (under half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Margate West (2 miles north-west)
What else we do in Westwood
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Permission from the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Parking near the venue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Westwood
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- We cover Westwood and the whole of Kent
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Sangria and bar staff available
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- How long we’re needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
DIY paella versus live catering
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Events we cater in Westwood
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Westwood book us for occasions like:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
After a ceremony at a church such as Parish Church of St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if it rains
- How long the team stays
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each dish
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Westwood? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Westwood: your questions answered
Is Westwood close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Westwood?
Margate station, about 1.4 miles north-west of the centre.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Do you come to Westwood?
We do. We cook at events in Westwood and across Kent. Send us your date to check availability.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
The process
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. A summer drinks reception in Westwood 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.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
How to get a price
Send us the date, your venue or CT9 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
- 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