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Taco caterers in Hockenden
Something for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Mexican street-food catering from our truck or trailer: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls and nachos in Hockenden.
- Family celebrations
- Garden parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Mexican catering for Hockenden events
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Tell us what other food is being served
- Think about cover for guests in wet weather
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Confirm the venue is happy to have a catering vehicle
On the day, we arrive in good time to park up and get ready. Someone from the venue just needs to point us to the agreed spot.
Extra salsas and toppings can widen the choice.
Mexican catering for your event in Hockenden
Keep it simple or go further: a taco menu, or tacos plus loaded nachos, quesadillas and burrito bowls. Margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas can come from our drinks bar, with licensing checked with you. Popular choices include fresh salsas and guacamole, burritos and tacos, and it is a good fit for fundraisers and school events and fairs and festivals.
Somewhere like Hockenden, a field or garden is often the setting. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Your quote sets out what’s included: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Also near Hockenden
Other catering in Hockenden
How it works
When we arrive, we position the truck or trailer and get the serving area ready. We’re ready to serve at the agreed time, so everything runs to your schedule. Daylight in Hockenden runs to about 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. Let us know if service will run after dark, and we’ll talk about lighting.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu around your guests and quote for it.
- Before the day, we agree access, the serving spot, power and water.
- On the day we arrive, set up and serve hot food from our food truck or trailer.
- When service ends, we pack down and clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Tell us when you want service to start
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, tell us about it on our contact page.
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Planning a food truck in Hockenden
Hockenden is about 2 miles north-east of Orpington, in Kent. Anywhere in BR8, we can bring the truck or trailer to you, as long as there’s access. Hockenden is one of 922 places in Kent where we can bring Mexican catering. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like St Mary the Virgin, a truck or trailer parked at a hall or garden close by can serve the meal. Historic houses near Hockenden include Hall Place and Gardens (3.2 miles north) and Lullingstone Castle (3.6 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early. Venues in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Hockenden, sometimes limit where vehicles can go. Ask yours about access for a truck or trailer before booking.
We cover events in every part of BR8. If your venue is just outside Hockenden, we also cover Upper Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Stonehill Green (1 mile north-east), Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (2 miles north-east) and Hextable (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles east) and Kings Hill (14 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Hockenden includes The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Orchards Academy (0.9 miles south-east)
FAQs for Hockenden
Can you bring your truck or trailer to Foots Cray Meadows?
It depends on the park’s owner, who would need to agree to a catering vehicle on site. Ask them first; if they say yes, we will send what they need from us.
How far is Hockenden from central London?
It is about 13 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Do you have vegan options?
Of course. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms, served alongside the meat options.
Do you serve in the rain?
The truck or trailer serves in the rain, but guests will need somewhere covered to eat.
How many guests can you cater for?
That depends on the event. As a guide, it is around 50 to 400 guests; tell us your numbers and we’ll take it from there.
What food do you serve?
We agree the menu with each client, with fillings such as chicken tinga, carnitas or black beans. The sample menu shows the options.
Can you come to a private house?
That depends on access. If the truck or trailer cannot reach the garden, a drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission. Send us a picture and we’ll talk it through.
What space do you need?
Send us details of the venue and the access, and we will check it works. Space for a queue and, if you choose one, a taco-bar table helps too.
Should I do it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
Plenty of people try a DIY taco night at home. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
Space, access and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Agreement from the venue to bring a food truck or trailer on site
- A spot away from buildings, windows and neighbours
- A spot for a taco-bar serving table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Hockenden
- Burrito bowls
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Burritos
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
- Tacos
Why choose Mexican catering in Hockenden?
It’s colourful, generous food that suits a relaxed event.
Whatever the occasion, our food truck or trailer can be the centre of it. We’re happy to cater:
- Markets and community events
- Weddings, day or evening
- Anniversaries and engagements
- Charity and school events
For guests coming by train, Swanley station is about 1 mile away.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Staff numbers and hours
- Allergen information for each dish
The menu, item by item
Salsas and guacamole
The salsas and guacamole finish every plate.
Tacos
Tacos are the classic street food of Mexico. They come with fresh salsas and toppings, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests.
What affects the price in Hockenden
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How many staff you need
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- How many guests we are serving
- Your choice of food and drinks
A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, because it needs no venue kitchen. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What you’d like on the menu
- Your date and when you want service to start
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
How it compares
Burgers and pizza are what guests often expect. Mexican street food stands out, while still being easy food most people enjoy. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Why book with us
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- A clear quote
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
- 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