Hampshire · England
Mexican Catering in Lower Slackstead
We bring tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos served from our Mexican food truck to Lower Slackstead and across Hampshire, with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Leaving parties
- Charity and school events
- Anniversaries and engagements
Mexican catering for Lower Slackstead events
How our Mexican catering works in Lower Slackstead
We bring our food truck or trailer to events in and around Lower Slackstead: gardens, fields, yards and venues with hardstanding. We serve a build-your-own taco bar, burrito bowls and tacos, and it’s a good fit for garden parties and leaving parties.
In a small place like Lower Slackstead, events are normally in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Country lanes, long drives and gates are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters, especially after rain. Your quote sets out what’s included: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Lower Slackstead: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Lower Slackstead for guests?
Guests can use Romsey station, about 3.3 miles south-west of Lower Slackstead.
How far is Lower Slackstead from London?
It is about 67 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
What happens if it rains?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but your guests will want somewhere covered, such as a marquee, gazebo or nearby building.
Can you cater in a back garden?
That depends on access. A drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission, if the garden itself is out of reach. Tell us about the space and we’ll advise.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. Ask us if you’d like help with anything else.
Do you cover Lower Slackstead?
Yes, we do. Lower Slackstead is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food: tacos and build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates go first, so get in touch early.
Why choose Mexican catering in Lower Slackstead?
The truck or trailer becomes a focal point, and the smell of warm tortillas brings people over.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. In Lower Slackstead, you could book us for events such as:
- Engagement celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Summer garden parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of All Saints, a food truck at a garden or venue nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- A clear list of what’s included
- How bad weather is handled
What affects the price in Lower Slackstead
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- How many staff you need
- Guest numbers
A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, as there is no kitchen to hire. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want service to start
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
What’s on the menu
Quesadillas
Tortillas filled with melted cheese and a filling, toasted until crisp, cut into wedges.
Burritos and burrito bowls
A big flour tortilla wrapped round rice, beans, a filling and toppings, or served as a bowl instead.
What else we do in Lower Slackstead
Mexican catering around Lower Slackstead
Lower Slackstead is about 3 miles north-east of Romsey, in Hampshire. Events in Lower Slackstead are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 8 miles away.
If people are travelling in by rail, Romsey station is about 3.3 miles away. Historic houses near Lower Slackstead include Mottisfont Abbey (4.3 miles west). Estates and historic houses tend to set their own rules for caterers, so find out what yours allows first.
Wherever your event is in SO51, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. Other places close to Lower Slackstead for Mexican catering include Knapp (1 mile south-east), Braishfield (1 mile west), Ampfield (1 mile south), Gosport (2 miles south) and Crampmoor (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles south-east) and Hedge End (10 miles south-east).
A little further out are King Johns House (3.7 miles south-west) and Romsey Community Hospital (3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
Is Mexican catering right for your event?
For food that feels relaxed but generous, a taco bar or a menu of tacos, burritos and nachos is hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
What we offer in Lower Slackstead
- Allergen information for every dish
- We cover Lower Slackstead and the whole of Hampshire
- Quoted for your event
- Menus chosen with you
Read how we price or our guide to catering costs.
Planning the serving area
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We need:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Room for a queue in front of the serving hatch
- Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Lower Slackstead
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
- Tacos
- Burrito bowls
- Loaded nachos
- Build-your-own taco bar
How it works
Serving is quick: guests are served at the hatch or a serving station, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our area. Evenings in Lower Slackstead stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm. Festoon lights or floodlights help once it gets dark.
- 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.
- We clear our serving area when everyone is fed.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Related guides
DIY taco night or a caterer?
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Plan a vegan filling as well as a vegetarian one
- Put guests with severe allergies in touch with us early
- Confirm allergies by email before the event
- Confirm the venue is happy to have a catering vehicle
Guests order at the hatch and we serve them there and then, so everything goes out hot.
Burrito bowls are a good choice for anyone avoiding tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt for different diets.
- 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