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Mexican party catering in Arpinge, Kent
Mexican street food for birthdays, garden parties and celebrations in Arpinge, served from our truck or trailer, at your venue, garden or site.
- Naming days and christenings
- Big family gatherings
- Housewarming parties
Mexican party catering for Arpinge events
Perfect for your party in Arpinge
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Arpinge and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday parties
- New-home celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
After a christening at a church like St Oswald's Church, a taco truck at home or at a hall is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- The deadline for final numbers
- The deposit and payment dates
Mexican party catering for your party in Arpinge
Mexican street food is made for relaxed parties: easy to eat while you mingle. For family reunions and exam-results parties, we can serve burritos, loaded nachos and quesadillas for your guests.
Country parties near Arpinge suit a food truck or trailer: parked up on firm ground and serving from the hatch. Plan a gazebo for guests in case of rain. We serve from the hatch of our food truck or trailer, or from a serving station, and we plan the service around your numbers.
Nearby places to Arpinge
Other catering in Arpinge
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Let us know how long the break is.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can check the date.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Tell us about any severe allergies before the party
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
When you’re ready to eat, we start serving.
Extra salsas and toppings for the taco bar.
What affects the price in Arpinge
We quote for your event, and the price is based on:
- What’s on the menu
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where we’d park
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
How it compares
Ordering takeaway is easy but forgettable. A food truck at your party is something guests remember. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so share your ideas with us. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
- Menus chosen with you
- A quote that sets out what’s included
How the day works
We get there well before you want to serve, set up the truck or trailer and get everything ready. Guests come up to order when service opens. For a winter party in Arpinge, it is dark by about 3:50pm in December, so think about how guests will see their way to the truck. At midsummer, sunset is about 9:15pm.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We confirm access, then arrive early on the day.
- Food is served from the hatch or the taco bar.
- We clear our area when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Tell us what power and water the site has
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Planning a party in Arpinge
Arpinge is about 1 mile south-west of Hawkinge, in Kent. For Mexican party catering in Arpinge, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access. We cater in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Around Arpinge, historic houses include Acrise Place (2.1 miles north) and Westenhanger Castle (4.4 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles first. If guests are coming by rail, Folkestone West station is about 1.7 miles away. For a party in the countryside, the Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles. Rural gardens and fields work well for a truck, given firm ground and a way in. Near the coast, within about 3 miles, a beach-side party is tempting, but seafront spots need permission and firm ground for the truck or trailer.
Wherever your party is in CT18, we can bring Mexican party catering to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Hawkinge (1 mile north-east), Densole (2 miles north-east), Old Hawkinge (2 miles east), Swingfield Minnis (3 miles north-east) and Elham (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (8 miles east), Deal (14 miles north-east), Hythe (3 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (2.2 miles south-east) and Folkestone Castle (1.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Arpinge include Cheriton Hill.
- Schools near Arpinge include Turner Free School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Cat & Custard Pot pub (0.7 miles north)
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
FAQs for Arpinge
Which station should guests use for Arpinge?
Guests can use Folkestone West station, about 1.7 miles south-east of Arpinge.
Do you come to events in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
We do, where the venue allows a catering vehicle. Lanes can be narrow and ground soft, so tell us how we’d get in.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We will check availability for you.
How long do you serve for?
It depends on your event. We agree arrival, service and pack-down times with you to suit your day.
Can you supply plates?
Tell us what you need and we’ll explain the options with your quote.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Most children enjoy it, especially quesadillas or simple tacos. Let us know numbers and ages.
Can you run a bar?
Yes, we offer a Mexican drinks bar, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas such as hibiscus and horchata, and soft drinks. Alcohol at an event may need a licence, such as a premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice, so we’ll go through the licensing with you.
Can you do gluten-free food?
Yes, gluten-free options are available, using corn tortillas. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can talk through how their food is prepared.
A closer look at the menu
Build-your-own taco bar
Everything for tacos, laid out for guests to help themselves.
Salsas and guacamole
Guests add as much salsa as they like.
- 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