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Event caterers in Ningwood
Looking for Mexican street food in Ningwood? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, and look after your guests on the day.
- Outdoor screenings
- Festivals
- School and charity events
Mexican street food in Ningwood
Street food for events around Ningwood
Ningwood is about 6 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We serve at events in gardens, halls and venues around Ningwood. We cover 125 places in the Isle of Wight. We cater right across the region, from Ningwood to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
PTA volunteers planning an event for a school like Shalfleet Church of England Primary School might like a trader who brings everything and serves quickly. The coast is within about 5 miles of Ningwood, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, on firm ground rather than sand.
We serve at events all over PO41 and the streets around it. Other places close to Ningwood for Mexican street food include Newbridge (1 mile south-east), Wellow (1 mile west), Thorley Street (1 mile west), Shalcombe (2 miles south) and Calbourne (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Newport (6 miles east), Ryde (12 miles east), Cowes (7 miles north-east), Sandown (12 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles east) and Ventnor (12 miles south-east). For an event at a remote venue, tell us early so we can plan the journey, access and power.
Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (5.9 miles east) and Yarmouth Castle (3.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve and Westover Down.
- Nearby, you’ll find New Inn (0.9 miles north-east)
Mexican street food in Ningwood, from our food truck or trailer
Our food is easy to eat standing up or on the grass. At country shows and food and music festivals, we can serve tacos, burrito bowls and vegan tacos for your guests.
A fête near Ningwood might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
- Location
- Ningwood (PO41)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Usually around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Perfect for your event in Ningwood
It brings something different to the food court.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Outdoor screenings
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- Summer fairs and fêtes
Organisers of a summer fête for a church such as Church of St. Michael the Archangel could add tacos and burritos alongside the bric-a-brac.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- VAT, if it applies
- How bad weather is handled
Other catering in Ningwood
Where the truck can go in Ningwood
We will agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A pitch with space around it, away from tents and structures
- Pitch space for the vehicle and a queue
- Vehicle access to the pitch for set-up and break-down
For somewhere as remote as Ningwood, early notice helps us plan the trip, the route in and power.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before booking.
Can I do a taco night myself?
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.
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
What’s on the menu
Burrito bowls
A bowl version of the burrito.
Quesadillas
Toasted tortillas with melted cheese.
Questions from Ningwood
Do you come out to small places like Ningwood?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Can you serve near the sea around Ningwood?
We can, given firm ground and the landowner’s permission. Beaches and promenades normally need the council’s agreement, so check that first.
Is the food made fresh?
We cook to order in our food truck or trailer kitchen, or serve from a taco bar. Slow-cooked fillings are prepared in advance and kept hot on site.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
We do. There are vegan tacos and corn tortillas for gluten-free visitors.
Do you have gluten-free options?
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. See are corn tortillas gluten-free?
What’s on the menu?
Every menu is agreed with you. Fillings might include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. See our menu for ideas.
Can you plan for allergies?
Yes, and it helps to hear about allergies when you book. Under UK rules, caterers must give information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). Anyone with a severe allergy should speak to us before the event.
Do you run a bar at festivals?
We can add our drinks bar if the event is licensed for it. We will go through the licensing with you.
How the day works
The truck or trailer needs a level, firm spot with access to drive in, with power and water arrangements agreed beforehand. Send us a picture of the space if you’re unsure. A December market in Ningwood loses the light at about 4:00pm, so a lit pitch helps visitors find the truck. By contrast, a midsummer fair stays light until about 9:20pm.
- Send the event name, expected visitors and pitch size.
- We reply with our stall menu and what we need on site.
- Power, water and access are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we’re ready before the busiest hours.
- When trading ends, the pitch is cleared and left clean.
Preparing for the day
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
What Mexican street food costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Timings and hours
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The address or venue name
- Your menu ideas
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Your date and when you want service to start
The quickest way to a quote is to drop us a line using the enquiry form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Mexican street food or something else?
Not every trader covers vegans and coeliacs. We can serve vegan fillings and corn tortillas. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- A menu built around your guests
- Quoted for your event
- Catering across the Isle of Wight, including Ningwood
- Allergen-aware menus
See how we price and the cost guide.
- 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