Kent · England
Mexican Catering in Hawkinge
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos served from our Mexican food truck in Hawkinge.
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagements
- Leaving parties
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How our Mexican catering works in Hawkinge
Mobile Mexican catering means the kitchen comes to you: we park our food truck or trailer on site and serve hot food from it. You don’t need a kitchen at the venue. At retirement and leaving parties and family celebrations, we can serve a build-your-own taco bar, burritos and loaded nachos for your guests.
Around Hawkinge, events are often in gardens, fields, local halls or nearby venues. If the road in is narrow or the ground is soft, tell us so we can plan for the truck or trailer. You will know what’s included before booking: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
Step by step
When service finishes, we pack down and clear our own area. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. Around midsummer it stays light in Hawkinge until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:50pm, plan lighting where guests queue and eat.
- You tell us the date, the venue, rough guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu around your guests and quote for it.
- We check access, power and water with you or the venue.
- On the day, we set up and serve from the truck or trailer, or from a taco-bar station.
- Once everyone has eaten, we tidy our serving area and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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How it compares
For food that feels relaxed but generous, tacos, burritos and nachos make a strong choice. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you can choose what you need.
Why us?
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- Access, space and power checked in advance
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Allergen information for everything we serve
Read our prices page and what Mexican catering costs.
Hawkinge: venues, access and local tips
Hawkinge is about 2 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Anywhere in CT18, we’ll come to your venue or site. We serve in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater right across the region, from Hawkinge to Canterbury (12 miles away).
By rail: the nearest station is Folkestone West station, about 2 miles south. Around Hawkinge, historic houses include Acrise Place (2 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early. With the Kent Downs National Landscape about 4 miles away at most, a rural setting is never far from Hawkinge. Country lanes there can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in. Coastal events near Hawkinge, which is within about 3 miles of the sea, bring wind and sand into the planning. Tell us exactly where you’d like us and we’ll check access.
Mexican catering in CT18 is planned around your venue and access. We can cater an event on streets such as The Street, Spitfire Way and Waddington Drive or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater events in Densole (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile south-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north) and Selsted (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Deal (12 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Victoria Hospital (2 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Cheriton Hill.
- Schools near Hawkinge include Turner Free School (1.6 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Mayfly pub (under half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests. To get it right:
- Ask the venue whether food trucks are allowed
- Mention any other caterers or courses
- Let us know if a guest is coeliac
- Ask guests with severe allergies to talk to us before the event
We arrive early enough to set up calmly. Someone from the venue just needs to point us to the agreed spot.
A tray of loaded nachos works well to start or as a late snack.
About the menu
Salsas and guacamole
The salsas and guacamole finish every plate, and guests add as much as they like.
Quesadillas
Quesadillas are simple and comforting.
Questions from Hawkinge
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
We do, where the venue allows a catering vehicle. Lanes can be narrow and ground soft, so tell us how we’d get in.
Can you serve near the sea around Hawkinge?
Yes, with permission for the spot and firm ground for the truck or trailer. Seafront and beach spots usually need permission, and wind is the main thing to plan for.
How much space do you need?
The main things are access and a level spot: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
What space do you need?
Level, firm ground, access for the truck or trailer and the venue’s agreement. We confirm power and water when you book.
Is the food made fresh?
Fillings are slow-cooked in advance, then finished and kept hot on site. Tortillas are warmed on site, and salsas and guacamole are made fresh.
Can you do gluten-free food?
We can, using corn tortillas. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but some fillings, sauces and toppings may not be, so we plan gluten-free dishes carefully and give allergen information.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
We can. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas and toppings to choose from. Read our taco bar guide.
DIY taco night versus 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, with allergen information for every dish.
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
What Mexican catering costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- The length of service
- The menu you choose
- How many guests we’re serving
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and rough timings
- Your menu ideas
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send you a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Perfect for your event in Hawkinge
Guests enjoy building their own plate, and a taco bar soon becomes a talking point.
In Hawkinge and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff parties and office lunches
- Leaving parties
- Birthday parties
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like The Churchill School, a taco truck can be a crowd-pleaser.
Comparing caterers
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
- A food hygiene rating you can check
For event organisers in Hawkinge
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Places near Hawkinge
Also in Hawkinge
- 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