Kent · England
Festival & event street food in Snowdown, Kent
Looking for Mexican street food in Snowdown? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, then serve your guests fresh on the day.
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Mexican street food near Snowdown
About our Mexican street food in Snowdown
We agree a stall menu with you, with fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga or beef birria, and a vegan filling like black beans. Popular choices include burritos, loaded nachos and quesadillas, which works well for race days and sports events and village fairs.
A fête near Snowdown might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Your quote sets out what’s included: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
What we need at the venue
Everything is served from our truck or trailer, so where we park matters. Here’s what we look for:
- Your arrangements for power, water and waste
- A level pitch on firm ground
- Trader information and site rules
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Event catering near Snowdown
Snowdown is about 7 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Events in Snowdown are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and friendly service on the day. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater right across the region, from Snowdown to Canterbury (7 miles away).
A fundraiser for a church like St Peter might use a food truck to give visitors a reason to stay longer. A school such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School running a summer fair could book a taco truck. Organisers near the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Snowdown, may face extra conditions on traffic, ground protection and waste. We work to whatever the site sets.
We cover events in every part of the CT15 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on The Crescent, South Avenue and Weston Mews or anywhere nearby, we can bring Mexican street food there, given access. We also serve at events in Nonington (1 mile north-east), Woolage Village (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile south-east), Ratling (1 mile north) and Barfrestone (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we’re needed on site
- What the venue already provides
- Guest numbers
- Serving staff
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Your menu ideas
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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 are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Occasions we cater for in Snowdown
It adds colour to a food line-up.
In Snowdown and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- School and charity events
- Open days and community events
- Festivals
For a public event, it helps to tell people that Snowdown has its own station, Snowdown station.
Before booking anyone
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Staff numbers and hours
- Where to see their hygiene rating
- Travel and parking costs
Nearby places to Snowdown
Also in Snowdown
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Plan access routes for trader vehicles
- Give traders a single information pack
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- Book crew catering in advance
On the day, we work with your site team on any changes.
Aguas frescas and soft drinks at the stall.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Popular choices
Tacos
Street tacos suit a festival crowd.
Loaded nachos
Crisp chips loaded up for sharing.
Common questions in Snowdown
Which station should guests use for Snowdown?
Guests can use Snowdown station, which is right in Snowdown.
Do you come to school fairs around Snowdown?
Yes, with the school’s permission and a pitch the truck or trailer can reach. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates go first, so get in touch early.
Can you come to a private house?
It depends on access. If the truck or trailer can’t reach the garden, a drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission. Send us a picture and we’ll talk it through.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Greater London, Kent and Medway, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan fillings, such as spiced mushrooms or black beans, can be part of the menu, served alongside the meat options.
How long do you serve for?
It depends on your event. We agree arrival, service and pack-down times with you so everything fits your schedule.
Do you provide allergen information for each dish?
We plan allergen-aware menus, including for nut allergies, and give allergen information for every dish. We keep options separate, but we can’t promise anything is completely allergen-free. If a guest has a severe allergy, please talk to us before the event.
How it works
Service is quick and friendly: guests are served at the hatch or a serving station, so a crowd is looked after quickly. When service ends, we pack down. Late-September events in Snowdown see sunset at about 7:00pm, so an evening programme will run partly after dusk. Organisers should plan that into the site layout.
- It starts with your event details and pitch information.
- We confirm our menu, our pitch needs and the paperwork your event asks for.
- On the day, we arrive in the set-up window and get ready to trade.
- We cook to order and serve through the agreed trading hours.
- At the close, we clear our pitch.
How to prepare
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to tell us about it on our contact page. Tell us about your event in Snowdown, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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