East Sussex · England
Mexican party catering in Shortgate, East Sussex
Fresh, generous and easy to enjoy: a taco truck or taco bar for birthdays and garden parties in Shortgate and the surrounding area.
- Big birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- New-home celebrations
Planning an event in Shortgate?
How our Mexican party catering works in Shortgate
We plan the menu together, with fillings such as slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga or beef birria, and vegan options like spiced mushrooms or black beans. It suits summer garden parties and graduation and exam-results parties, serving quesadillas, tacos and guacamole and salsas.
Country parties near Shortgate 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. You’ll know what’s included before you book: menu, timings and any add-ons.
- Area
- Shortgate (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Can I do a taco night myself?
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, with allergen information for every dish.
What’s on the menu
Tacos
Warm tortillas with a filling and fresh toppings, served hot from the truck or trailer.
Loaded nachos
Nachos are a party favourite.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- How many staff you need
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Your menu ideas
- The address or venue name
Planning Mexican party catering in Shortgate? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Put severe allergies to us in writing
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Count adults and children separately
Rain doesn’t stop the hatch, but plan a gazebo or indoor space for eating.
Loaded nachos to share while the party gets going.
Comparing your options
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With us, you get to enjoy it. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Menus for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- Menus chosen with you
- Service planned around your numbers
Read our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Places near Shortgate
What else we do in Shortgate
Shortgate parties: what to know
Shortgate is about 4 miles south of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Tell us where your party in Shortgate will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Shortgate is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we can bring Mexican party catering. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Shortgate to Brighton (about 12 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Uckfield station is about 3.9 miles away. Shortgate is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here may come with a lovely view. Country lanes can be narrow, so tell us about the route in.
Mexican party catering in BN8 is planned around your venue and access and your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Halland (1 mile north-east), East Hoathly (2 miles east), Whitesmith (2 miles east), Chiddingly (3 miles east) and Framfield (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Uckfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles north) and Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles north). The countryside around Shortgate includes Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
Occasions we cater for in Shortgate
It works for almost any celebration, from christenings to retirements.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Big family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Around Shortgate, historic houses include Glyndebourne (3.5 miles south-west) and Glynde Place (4 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on outside caterers and vehicles, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- How long the service runs
- Whether travel is included
- How each diet is kept separate
- Whether VAT is included
Where the truck can go in Shortgate
We’ll agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A photo of the drive or garden helps us check the space
- Power and water, which we confirm with you for each booking
- Clear vehicle access: gate widths, height limits and the ground checked before the day
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
How the day works
When service finishes, we pack down and clear our own area. Set-up and pack-down times are agreed with you and the venue. Throwing a late-May party in Shortgate? The sun sets at about 8:50pm. Once dusk falls, some garden lighting by the truck makes ordering easier.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We confirm access, then arrive early on the day.
- Food is served from the hatch or the taco bar.
- We pack down after service.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Find out what power and water are available
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. Contact us for a quote: just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about Mexican party catering in Shortgate
What’s the nearest station to Shortgate for guests?
The closest is Uckfield station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
Do you cater in villages like Shortgate?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, especially for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
Do you cater at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there is space outside for the truck or trailer and the venue agrees. Check the venue allows a catering vehicle.
Can you cater for special diets?
Vegetarian and vegan fillings are cooked and served separately. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us before the party.
What do you serve?
We agree a sample menu with each client. Fillings could include slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga, beef birria and vegan options such as spiced mushrooms or black beans. Our sample menu has more ideas.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including East Sussex. See all areas.
Can you do dairy-free food?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need dairy-free food, and we will include them in the plan.
- 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