Isle of Wight · England
Event caterers in Shorwell: Mexican street food
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Mexican street food for festival crowds, school fairs and markets in Shorwell.
- Hospitality and crew areas
- Open-air performances
- Food and music festivals
Planning an event in Shorwell?
How our Mexican street food works in Shorwell
We trade at festivals, fairs, markets, school fairs and community events in and around Shorwell. It works well for country shows and school and charity events, with tacos, loaded nachos and burrito bowls.
For a village fête or field event near Shorwell, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Ground conditions and access matter, so tell us about them. You will know what’s included before booking: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
- Area
- Shorwell (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A pitch with space around it, away from tents and structures
- Pitch space for the vehicle and a queue
- Clear information on power, water and waste
For somewhere as remote as Shorwell, early notice helps us plan the trip, the route in and power.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Shorwell
- Vegan options
- Tacos
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
- Loaded nachos
- Burrito bowls
FAQs for Shorwell
Do you come out to small places like Shorwell?
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.
What about power on site?
That depends on the set-up, so we confirm power and water arrangements with each booking. Let us know whether there’s a supply near where we’ll park.
Is there a vegan option at your stall?
Yes. There are vegan tacos and corn tortillas for gluten-free visitors.
Can you plan for allergies?
Our menus are planned with allergies in mind, nut allergies included, and give allergen information for every dish. We plan carefully and keep options separate, though we can’t promise a dish is allergen-free. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us before the event.
What food and drinks do you offer?
Every menu is agreed with you. Fillings might include slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga, beef birria and vegan options such as spiced mushrooms or black beans. See our menu for ideas.
Can you do gluten-free food?
Yes, with corn tortillas. Corn is naturally gluten-free, though some sauces and toppings can contain gluten, so we plan gluten-free dishes carefully and give allergen information.
How quickly can you serve?
Tell us expected visitor numbers and we’ll plan for peak times.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
Please ask us. Tell us what your venue provides, and we will confirm what’s included with your quote.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan access routes for trader vehicles
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
- Plan seating near the food area
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
We keep in touch with your traders’ contact on the day on any changes.
Alcohol-free aguas frescas.
Prices and what affects them
We quote for your event, and the price is based on:
- The menu you choose
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- How many guests we’re serving
- What the venue already provides
The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, along with extras and where your event is. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Shorwell, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Should I do it myself?
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
The menu, item by item
Quesadillas
A good choice for families.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips with cheese, salsa and toppings.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, let us know and we’ll adjust where we can. Evening events in Shorwell have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after that, the trading area needs lighting from the organiser or the site.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- We send our menu, pitch requirements and the documents you ask traders for.
- We set up the truck or trailer on the pitch at the agreed time.
- Tacos, burritos and more are served to order while the event is open.
- When trading ends, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
Before we arrive
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Planning Mexican street food in Shorwell? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
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Event catering near Shorwell
Shorwell is about 5 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. For Mexican street food in Shorwell, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Shorwell. We serve in 125 places in the Isle of Wight, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO30. Whether your event is on Fine Lane, Orchards Way and Farriers Way or a nearby road, we’ll plan where to park and serve. Other places close to Shorwell for Mexican street food include Thorncross (1 mile south-west), Little Atherfield (2 miles south), Moortown (2 miles west), Brighstone (2 miles west) and Chillerton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-east), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north), Sandown (9 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles east) and Ventnor (7 miles south-east). If your event is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey, access and power.
Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Brighstone Down.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown Inn (under half a mile north)
Why choose Mexican street food in Shorwell?
Food that sits in a hot cabinet isn’t much to look at. Our food is made to order. A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, as there’s no kitchen to hire. Ask us for a quote.
What we offer in Shorwell
- We cover Shorwell and the whole of the Isle of Wight
- A clear quote
- Service planned around your numbers
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
Towns and villages near Shorwell
What else we do in Shorwell
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
- 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