Kent · England
Mexican Catering in Shottenden
Looking for Mexican catering in Shottenden? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, then serve your guests fresh on the day.
- Birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Office lunches and team days
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Catering an event in Shottenden
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Shottenden. Shottenden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Shottenden to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Guests arriving by train will find that Selling station is about 2 miles away. With the Kent Downs National Landscape about 5 miles away at most, a rural setting is never far from Shottenden. Country lanes there can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in.
We serve at events all over the CT4 postcode area. Your event could be at a home on Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Shottenden for Mexican catering include Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
How our Mexican catering works in Shottenden
Tacos are the heart of the menu: warmed tortillas, a choice of fillings, and salsas, guacamole and toppings to finish. We can add burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas. On the menu are quesadillas, a build-your-own taco bar and tacos, and it suits family gatherings and christenings and garden parties.
Somewhere as small as Shottenden, a garden or field is often the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes, gates and long drives and we will plan for them, and soft ground after rain is worth mentioning. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
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Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Food, drinks or both
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
Access, parking and the distance to your venue can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Your quote confirms the full price.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Is Mexican catering right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple but tends to sit out for hours. Our food is served hot, one order at a time. A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, because it needs no venue kitchen. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What we offer in Shottenden
- We cover Shottenden and the whole of Kent
- Service planned around your numbers
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Why choose Mexican catering in Shottenden?
Every order goes out hot, rather than sitting out on a buffet table.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Common bookings include:
- Fundraisers and school events
- Family gatherings and christenings
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Staff parties and office lunches
Close to Shottenden are historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens (3.7 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides plates and napkins
- The deadline for final numbers
- Staff numbers and hours
- Payment terms and deposit
Planning the serving area
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but a few things matter:
- A spot away from buildings, windows and neighbours
- Access wide and high enough to drive in, with gates and soft lawns checked first
- Power and water, which we confirm with you for each booking
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Shottenden
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
- Burrito bowls
- Loaded nachos
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Tacos
A closer look at the menu
Salsas and guacamole
Salsas and guacamole, made fresh for your event.
Build-your-own taco bar
The taco bar keeps things sociable, and it makes mixed diets easy.
How it works
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, but guests will need somewhere covered. From late May to late September, sunset in Shottenden moves from about 8:45pm to 7:00pm. If your event carries on later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- First, send us a few details about your event.
- We suggest fillings and extras and send a quote.
- We agree access, the serving spot, power and water.
- We arrive, set up and serve from the hatch.
- Once service ends, we clear away.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send you a clear quote.
Planning help
FAQs for Shottenden
Is Shottenden close to London?
It’s about 47 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Do you come out to small places like Shottenden?
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.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not usually stop service from the truck or trailer. Plan cover for guests, such as a marquee or gazebo, and let us know if the ground gets soft after heavy rain.
Can you come to a private house?
It depends on access. A drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission, if the garden itself is out of reach. Send us a photo and we’ll talk it through.
How long do you serve for?
We get there well before service to set up. Serving times are agreed with you in advance.
Do you give allergen information?
Yes, and it helps to hear about allergies when you book. UK law requires caterers to provide information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). Anyone with a severe allergy should speak to us before the event.
Do you need electricity?
It depends on the event and the set-up, so we confirm power and water arrangements with each booking. Let us know whether there’s a supply near where we will park.
What can we choose from?
Tacos, build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, loaded nachos and quesadillas, with salsas, guacamole and toppings. Our sample menu has more detail.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. There are fillings to slow-cook, tortillas to keep warm and salsas to make. Read our guide to taco bars.
- 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