Kent · England
Mexican catering in Ham, Kent
From the first guest in the queue to the last, tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos served from our Mexican food truck keeps your guests happy at your event in Ham.
- Christenings and family parties
- Birthday parties
- Anniversaries and engagements
Planning an event in Ham?
About our Mexican catering in Ham
Few things get guests chatting like a build-your-own taco bar. Everyone builds their own tacos from what’s laid out, so nobody ends up with something they do not want. At christenings and family parties and markets and community events, we’ll put together a menu of burritos, tacos and burrito bowls and more.
Somewhere like Ham, a field or garden is often the setting. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. We prepare everything fresh for your event and serve it straight from our truck or trailer, so guests get it at its best.
The menu, item by item
Tacos
Tacos are the classic street food of Mexico. We serve them with salsas and toppings.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips piled with cheese, a filling, salsa, guacamole and toppings.
Ham: venues, access and local tips
Ham is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether your event is in the middle of Ham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. Ham is one of 922 places in Kent where we can bring Mexican catering. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Worth Primary School, a taco truck can be a crowd-pleaser. Close to Ham are historic houses such as Walmer Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Goodnestone Park (4.5 miles west). Venues like these often limit where vehicles can go, so ask about access before booking one. The coast is within about 4 miles of Ham, so for a seaside event we plan around the wind. The truck or trailer needs firm ground rather than sand or shingle, and seafront spots usually need permission from the council or landowner.
This part of Kent takes in CT14. Other places close to Ham for Mexican catering include Statenborough (1 mile north-west), Felderland (1 mile north), Worth (1 mile north-east), Marley (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Sandown Castle (3.1 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Nearby schools include Sandwich Technology School (1.3 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Blue Pigeons pub (1 mile north-east)
More for events in Ham
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, tell us and we’ll adjust the start of service where we can. From late May to late September, sunset in Ham moves from about 8:45pm to 7:00pm. If your event carries on later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- Share the date, the venue and how many are coming.
- We plan a menu that covers every diet.
- We check the route in and where the truck or trailer will stand.
- Guests order at the hatch or build their own at the taco bar.
- After the last serving, we clear our area.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send a quick message through our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose Mexican catering in Ham?
A plated meal needs a kitchen and a larger team. A food truck or trailer is its own kitchen, and needs a suitable spot, safe access and the venue’s agreement. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
Why us?
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- Allergen-aware menus
- Fast service, even with a queue
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
Read how we price and our guide to catering costs.
Who books Mexican catering in Ham?
Food is cooked to order and served hot, instead of waiting on a buffet.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings, day or evening
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Guests leaving a church like Church of St George after a christening could walk over to a nearby garden where the tacos are ready.
Before booking anyone
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if it rains
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
Catering for every guest
Mixed diets are straightforward to plan for, because guests can choose what suits them. A few tips:
- Include at least one vegan filling
- Ask guests about diets and allergies with your invitations
- Flag anyone with coeliac disease
- Tell us how many children are coming
We work around your timings, and adapt if they move.
Loaded nachos make a good sharing starter or as a late snack.
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A spot for a taco-bar serving table
- Access wide and high enough to drive in, with gates and soft lawns checked first
- Space for guests to queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
Ham questions
Will you travel to a small place like Ham?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Could you serve in Ham Fen?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide what they ask for from us.
Do you need power and water?
Let us know what’s available on site, for example a supply from the venue, and we will confirm what we need with your quote.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Ask us when you enquire. Let us know what you already have, and we’ll confirm what’s included with your quote.
Can you serve in bad weather?
Rain doesn’t stop service from the hatch. Plan a marquee, gazebo or indoor space for guests to eat in.
What can we choose from?
Tacos and taco bars, plus burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas. Our sample menu has more detail.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Bigger festivals and smaller parties are looked at case by case.
Is the food made fresh?
We cook to order in our truck or trailer kitchen, or serve from a taco bar. Fillings are slow-cooked beforehand and finished on site.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, with allergen information for every dish.
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it’s more work than it looks. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Your choice of food and drinks
- Whether you need disposables
Access, parking and the distance to your venue can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Your quote confirms the full price.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and rough timings
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What power and water the site has
- Where the event is
Thinking about Mexican catering for your event in Ham? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, tell us about it on our contact page.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
- Tacos and taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas
- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas