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Festival & event street food in Sandling, Kent
Something for every guest: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, plus allergen information for every dish. Tacos, burritos and nachos from a truck for fairs and festivals in Sandling.
- Seasonal and night markets
- Food and music festivals
- Sports clubs and race days
Mexican street food in Sandling
Diets, allergies and planning
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because guests can choose what suits them. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Confirm power and water with traders
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
We set up at the agreed time.
Nachos for groups.
Mexican street food in Sandling, from our truck or trailer
One Mexican trader covers several diets: we serve vegan and vegetarian fillings and corn tortillas for gluten-free visitors. That helps organisers balance the line-up. For race days and sports events and outdoor screenings, we can serve tacos, burritos and quesadillas and more.
For a village fête or field event near Sandling, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Ground conditions and access matter, so tell us about them. We cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, and we give allergen information for every dish.
Places near Sandling
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Where the truck can go in Sandling
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- Spacing from tents and other structures
- Vehicle access to the pitch for set-up and break-down
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Sandling
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Vegan options
- Burrito bowls
- Burritos
- Quesadillas
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Sandling? A truck or trailer serves a crowd quickly, with options for most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Sandling
Sandling is about 1 mile north-west of Hythe, in Kent. For Mexican street food in Sandling, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access. We serve in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
For a public event, it helps to tell people that Sandling station is in Sandling itself. A market or festival in Brockhill Country Park would be licensed by whoever manages the park, and we’ll provide our part of the paperwork. Shows and fairs in the Kent Downs National Landscape, about 6 miles from Sandling at most, sometimes have rules on where traders can drive. Send us the site plan and we’ll plan around it. The coast is within about 2 miles of Sandling, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, on firm ground rather than sand.
This part of Kent takes in CT21, so your event can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Saltwood (1 mile south-east), Pedlinge (1 mile south-west), Hythe (1 mile south-east), Westenhanger (1 mile west) and Newingreen (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles east), Tower Hamlets (11 miles east) and Hawkinge (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Saltwood Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Hythe Museum (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Tolsford Hill.
- Schools near Sandling include St Augustine's Catholic Primary School (0.7 miles south)
The process
We need a level, firm spot we can drive the truck or trailer onto, with power and water arrangements agreed beforehand. A photo of the space helps. Christmas markets in Sandling trade in the dark from about 3:50pm, so site lighting matters for traders and visitors alike. At midsummer, daylight lasts until roughly 9:15pm.
- It starts with your event details and pitch information.
- We send our menu, pitch requirements and the documents you ask traders for.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on our pitch.
- Tacos, burritos and more are served to order while the event is open.
- At the close, we clear our pitch.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Thinking about Mexican street food for your event in Sandling? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price Mexican street food
Contact us for a quote, and the price is based on:
- The number of people
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- How long we’re needed on site
- The menu you choose
Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want service to start
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space, if it’s a garden or field
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, tell us about it on our contact page.
What’s on the menu
Loaded nachos
Nachos are great for groups.
Tacos
Street tacos with your choice of filling, quick to serve.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
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, and handles allergen information for you.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Is Mexican street food right for your event?
Some traders struggle with vegan and gluten-free visitors. We can serve vegan fillings and corn tortillas. Access, parking and the distance to your venue can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Your quote confirms the full price.
What we offer in Sandling
- A menu built around your guests
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Allergen-aware menus
Read how we price and what Mexican catering costs.
Common questions in Sandling
Which station is closest to Sandling?
Sandling station, in Sandling itself.
Is it possible to have you in Brockhill Country Park?
It depends on the park’s owner, who would need to agree to a catering vehicle on site. Ask them first; if they say yes, we’ll send what they need from us.
Is the food very hot?
We can keep it mild, and hotter salsas go on the side for guests who like heat.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes, a taco bar is one of the ways we serve. Tell us about your space and numbers and we will suggest the best set-up.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
Yes, always. Vegan fillings such as spiced mushrooms or black beans are on the menu.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
That depends on the menu and the service time, but our truck and trailer service generally suits around 50 to 400 guests. Tell us your numbers and we will advise.
How long do you serve for?
We arrive in good time to set up before service. The length of service is agreed when you book.
Can you cater for crew and volunteers?
Yes, timed to your schedule. Send us numbers and times.
- 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