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Mexican Catering for Smarden events
Mobile Mexican Catering brings Mexican street food from our truck or trailer, from tacos to loaded nachos to Smarden and across Kent, with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Leaving parties
- Fundraisers and school events
- Engagement and anniversary parties
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Mexican catering for your event in Smarden
With mobile Mexican catering, we bring the kitchen with us: our food truck or trailer parks at your venue and we serve hot food straight from the hatch. You don’t need a kitchen at the venue. At fundraisers and school events and company summer parties, we will put together a menu of fresh salsas and guacamole, a build-your-own taco bar and burrito bowls for your guests.
Somewhere as small as Smarden, a garden or field is often the venue. Country lanes, long drives and gates are fine if we know about them, and soft ground after rain is worth mentioning. You can book food, drinks or both, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: we park up and get ready, we open the hatch when you are ready, and your guests are served fresh for the agreed time. From late May to late September, sunset in Smarden moves from about 8:45pm to 7:00pm. If your event carries on later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- Begin with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with menu ideas and a quote.
- Nearer the date, we go over the final plan.
- At the agreed time, service starts from the truck or trailer.
- We pack away when service is over.
How to prepare
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Mixed diets are easy to plan for, since everyone picks their own fillings and toppings. Vegans and vegetarians eat as well as anyone else.
Here are some of the events we cater around Smarden:
- Charity and school events
- Summer garden parties
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Staff parties and office lunches
When the service is at a church such as Church of St Michael, the food normally happens elsewhere, at a field, hall or garden with room for the truck.
Comparing caterers
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- Staff numbers and hours
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
- What the price includes, item by item
How we price Mexican catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of people
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- The length of service
- What’s on the menu
What’s on the menu makes a difference to the total, so tell us what you have in mind. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Expected numbers
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.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
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.
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot away from buildings, windows and neighbours
- Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer
- 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.
Popular choices
- Burritos
- Tacos
- Burrito bowls
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
Popular choices
Loaded nachos
Loaded nachos are perfect for sharing, whether as a starter or a late bite. Dairy-free versions can be planned.
Tacos
Tacos are the classic street food of Mexico. They come with fresh salsas and toppings.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
- Ask the venue whether food trucks are allowed
- Ensure the menu has a vegan option
- Guests with serious allergies should speak to us in advance
If you’ve chosen a taco bar, the fillings, salsas and toppings go out on a serving table, and guests help themselves while we keep it topped up.
Burrito bowls suit guests who’d rather skip the tortilla, and they’re easy to adapt for different diets.
Common questions in Smarden
How far is Smarden from London?
It’s about 42 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Do you cater in villages like Smarden?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms, served alongside the meat options.
What if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop service from the hatch. Plan a marquee, gazebo or indoor space for guests to eat in.
What do you need at the venue?
Tell us about the venue and the way in, and we will check it works. We also need room for a queue.
How big an event can you cater?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but our truck and trailer service normally suits around 50 to 400 guests. For anything outside that, ask us.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options, using corn tortillas. Tell us about any coeliac guests before the event so we can talk through how their food is prepared.
Can you run a bar?
Yes, we do. The drinks bar can be added to food or booked on its own, with alcohol-free options such as aguas frescas. For alcohol, we will talk licensing through with you and your venue.
How it compares
Pizza and burger vans are familiar choices. Tacos, burritos and nachos feel a little different, while still being easy food most people enjoy. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Smarden
- A plan agreed before the day
- Menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- A menu agreed with you
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Planning a food truck in Smarden
Smarden is about 8 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. For Mexican catering in Smarden, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access. We serve in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
A school such as Smarden Primary School running a summer fair or fundraiser could book a taco truck. If people are travelling in by rail, Pluckley station is about 2.6 miles away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Smarden, 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.
Mexican catering in TN27 is planned around your venue and access. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on The Street, The Acorns and Water Lane. Other places close to Smarden for Mexican catering include Biddenden Green (1 mile north-east), Smarden Bell (1 mile north-west), Monk's Hill (1 mile south-west), Swift's Green (1 mile north-west) and Standen (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west) and Davington (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Romden Castle (1 mile east) and Benenden Hospital (5.3 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers Inn (under half a mile south)
- 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