Hampshire · England
Mexican Catering in Liss Forest
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Mexican street food from our truck or trailer, from tacos to loaded nachos for events in Liss Forest.
- Markets and community events
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Christenings and family parties
Mexican catering near Liss Forest
Mexican catering in Liss Forest, from our food truck or trailer
A build-your-own taco bar is one of the most sociable ways to feed a crowd. Guests fill their own tortillas from the fillings, salsas and toppings, so nobody ends up with something they don’t want. On the menu are quesadillas, burrito bowls and tacos, which works well for leaving parties and big birthday celebrations.
In a hamlet or village like Liss Forest, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a good venue. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Your quote sets out what’s included: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Liss Forest: your questions answered
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
Which station is closest to Liss Forest?
The closest is Liss station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Can you keep it mild?
That’s your choice: we can keep it mild and put the hotter salsas on the side.
Do you cater for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free guests?
Diets are planned in advance, with options kept separate, but we can’t promise a kitchen without traces of any allergen. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us before the event.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates go first, so it pays to ask early.
What’s on the menu?
Tacos, build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, loaded nachos and quesadillas, with salsas, guacamole and toppings. Our sample menu has more detail.
Who clears up?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
Do you do a drinks bar?
Our drinks bar can be added to any booking, with bar staff serving margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas. We will go through the licensing with you before the day.
What’s on the menu
Build-your-own taco bar
Fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings laid out for guests to help themselves, with tortillas kept warm. Each guest makes tacos their way.
Loaded nachos
Loaded nachos are perfect for sharing. Dairy-free versions can be planned.
Taco catering in Liss Forest: local tips
Liss Forest is about 4 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in Liss Forest, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 19 miles away.
A school such as Liss Infant School running a summer fair or fundraiser could book a taco truck. Guests leaving a church like St Saviour's after a christening could walk over to a nearby garden where the tacos are ready. Liss Forest is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, with country venues and gardens that can suit a food truck. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and catering, so check with yours.
We serve at events all over GU33. Streets in the area include Forest Road, Warren Road and Newfield Road, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. Other places close to Liss Forest for Mexican catering include The Mint (1 mile south-east), Liss (1 mile south), West Liss (1 mile south), Greatham (1 mile north) and Rake (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (14 miles south), Fleet (15 miles north), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Aldershot (14 miles north), Alton (8 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (13 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Chase Community Hospital (3.8 miles north) and The Romany Museum (3.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Liss Forest include Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Wheatham Hill.
- Local pubs include The Temple Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
If you are booking for a business, tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run behind, tell us and we’ll adjust the start of service where we can. Planning an evening event in Liss Forest? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. For anything running past sunset, think about lights near the hatch.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Tell us when you want service to start
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest a menu to suit.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Space for guests to queue
- Room for a serving table for the taco bar
- The venue’s or landowner’s permission for a catering vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise.
On the menu in Liss Forest
- Burritos
- Tacos
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
- Burrito bowls
How it compares
Compared with a hog roast or barbecue, Mexican street food is easier for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, thanks to separate fillings and toppings. Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- A menu built around your guests
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Menus for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
Take a look at how we price and our guide to catering costs.
Should I do it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Perfect for your event in Liss Forest
There is no kitchen needed at the venue, so gardens, fields and outdoor venues are all possible.
Whatever the occasion, our truck or trailer can be the centre of it. We are happy to cater:
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Charity and school events
- Christenings and family parties
Guests arriving by train will find that Liss station is about 0.7 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether VAT is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What happens if it rains
What else we do in Liss Forest
What Mexican catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Food, drinks or both
- Your choice of food and drinks
- Serving staff
- How long we are needed on site
There is no one-size-fits-all price for Mexican catering. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Your quote sets it all out.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get menu ideas and a price. Just fill in our quote form.
- 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