Kent · England
Mexican party catering in Bowmans, Kent
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A taco truck or taco bar for birthdays and garden parties in Bowmans.
- Baby celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Mexican party catering in Bowmans
Hosting a taco party in Bowmans
Bowmans is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Parties in Bowmans are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and friendly service on the day. We serve in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. We cater right across the region, from Bowmans to London (about 13 miles away).
Friends travelling without a car may like to know that Crayford station is about 0.6 miles away. Families celebrating a christening at a church such as St Barnabas might carry on at a garden or hall where we can park up. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Bowmans, so a garden party here may come with a lovely view. Country lanes can be narrow, so tell us about the route in.
Wherever your party is in DA1, DA2 and DA5, we can bring Mexican party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a party on streets such as Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road. Bowmans sits on or near the A2018, which makes travel to your party easy. Close by, we cover parties in Wilmington (1 mile south), Crayford (1 mile north), Coldblow (1 mile west), Joyden's Wood (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Sevenoaks (11 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (3 miles south), Kings Hill (15 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (5 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bexley Museum (1.1 miles north-west) and Broadway Shopping Centre (1.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
- Nearby schools include Wilmington Grammar School for Girls (0.8 miles south-east) and St Columba's Catholic Boys' School (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Bird in Hand pub (0.8 miles north-east)
- Local facilities include Colyers (2.2 miles north)
How our Mexican party catering works in Bowmans
Mixed ages and mixed diets are easy. There are vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options, and quesadillas go down well with children. At neighbourhood celebrations and housewarming parties, we can serve loaded nachos, a build-your-own taco bar and burritos and more.
For a party in Bowmans, your garden is often the best venue. Let us know how the truck or trailer can reach the garden, and we’ll plan the rest. You can book food, drinks or both, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
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What we need at the venue
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A route in that’s wide and tall enough, with soft ground checked in advance
- A clear area in front of the hatch for a queue
- Hardstanding or firm, level ground to park on
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
Events we cater in Bowmans
Every plate goes out hot, even when the party is outdoors.
A truck or trailer works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Family reunions
- Christenings and naming days
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Parks such as Dartford Heath generally need permission for vehicles and catering, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- The deadline for final numbers
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
- If the price includes VAT
Bowmans questions
Is it possible to have you in Dartford Heath?
Only with permission from whoever runs the park, often the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide what they ask for from us.
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer, and a route in it can fit through, plus the venue’s permission. Power and water arrangements are confirmed with each booking.
Do you cover Bowmans?
Yes, we do. Bowmans is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you do margaritas?
Yes, we do. The drinks bar can be added to food or booked on its own. For alcohol, we’ll check the licensing with you and your venue.
What’s on the menu?
Mexican street food: tacos and build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas, with salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
Who clears up?
Our area is packed away and left tidy. Let us know the venue’s rules on waste and we’ll talk it through.
The process
When we arrive, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. We are ready to serve at the agreed time, so everything runs to your schedule. For a winter party in Bowmans, it’s dark by about 3:50pm in December, so think about how guests will see their way to the truck. In late June, it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- We start by checking your date and the space.
- You choose fillings, sides and extras.
- Power, water and access are agreed in advance.
- Service starts at the agreed time.
- We pack away and the party carries on.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Bowmans
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- What’s on the menu
- Serving staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
The cost per head can fall as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- What power and water the site has
- How we drive in and where we can park
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and when you want service to start
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will suggest a menu to suit.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Bowmans? Service from a truck or trailer is quick, even for a crowd, and the menu can suit most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Popular choices
Salsas and guacamole
Guacamole and a choice of salsas.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips with cheese, salsa, guacamole and toppings.
Catering for every guest
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because guests can choose what suits them. A few tips:
- Warn the neighbours about the truck
- Give separate numbers for children
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Put severe allergies to us in writing
Rain does not stop the hatch, but plan a gazebo or indoor space for eating.
Loaded nachos to share while the party gets going.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Plenty of people try a DIY taco night at home. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
- 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