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Party caterers in Hockenden
Mobile Mexican Catering brings tacos, nachos and burritos for parties, served from our truck to Hockenden and nearby, with options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests.
- Housewarmings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
Mexican party catering near Hockenden
Planning a party in Hockenden
Hockenden is about 2 miles north-east of Orpington, in Kent. For a party in Hockenden, we can park up at venues, fields, drives and courtyards in and around Hockenden. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
Parks such as Foots Cray Meadows normally need permission for vehicles and catering, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Mary the Virgin, with a party at home or in a hall afterwards. For a party in the countryside, the Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles. Rural gardens and fields work well for a truck, given firm ground and a way in.
We cover parties in every part of the BR8 postcode area. If your venue is just outside Hockenden, we also cover Upper Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Stonehill Green (1 mile north-east), Ruxley (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (2 miles north-east) and Hextable (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles east) and Kings Hill (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Hockenden includes The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Schools near Hockenden include Orchards Academy (0.9 miles south-east)
How our Mexican party catering works in Hockenden
A Mexican party takes the food off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. Our truck or trailer parks up and we serve hot food as the party goes on. Popular choices include loaded nachos, burritos and a build-your-own taco bar, and it suits graduation celebrations and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
In a small place like Hockenden, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground, and we will plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, so service starts when you want it.
The process
Here’s how the day generally runs: we park up and get ready, we open the hatch when you are ready, and we serve your guests fresh for the agreed time. Throwing a late-May party in Hockenden? The sun sets at about 8:50pm. Once dusk falls, some garden lighting by the truck makes ordering easier.
- You tell us the date, the address, guest numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- Before the day, we check the space, the way in, power and water.
- On the day we set up and serve hot food at the time you choose.
- When everyone is fed, we clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. Contact us for a quote: just use our quote form.
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Who books Mexican party catering in Hockenden?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
In Hockenden and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Christenings and naming days
- Summer garden parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Birthday parties
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Swanley station, about 1 mile south-east.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- What happens if it rains
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
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.
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.
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Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan a vegan filling alongside the others
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Tell us about any severe allergies before the party
- Count adults and children separately
We keep our serving area tidy and safe.
Ask us about plates, cutlery and serving staff, and we’ll confirm what’s possible with your quote.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hockenden? A truck or trailer serves a crowd quickly, with options for most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Mexican party catering or something else?
DIY catering saves money but takes your time. With us, you get to enjoy it. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you can choose what you need.
Why book with us
- A menu built around your guests
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Allergen-aware menus
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Take a look at how we price or our guide to catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- The number of people
- Timings and hours
- What the venue already provides
- Staff for serving and the bar
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your menu ideas
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d park
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Common questions in Hockenden
How far is Hockenden from London?
It’s about 13 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary the Virgin?
Yes. The church itself isn’t where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we will check the access.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes, a taco bar is one of our options. Let us know your numbers and space and we will suggest the best set-up.
How big an event can you cater?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Festivals can be bigger, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Send us your numbers and we’ll advise.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates go first, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cater for special diets?
Vegetarian and vegan fillings are cooked and served separately. Ask anyone with a severe allergy to speak to us first.
What will our party cost?
We quote for each party, depending on numbers, menu and where you are. Contact us for a quote.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
We confirm that with your quote. Tell us whether your venue has crockery or you’d prefer disposables.
Planning the serving area
Many gardens, fields and venues can take a truck or trailer, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- A route in that’s wide and tall enough, with soft ground checked in advance
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
- 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