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Tapas Catering in Ashford Common
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Ashford Common.
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
Live tapas catering in Ashford Common
How our tapas catering works in Ashford Common
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook padrón peppers, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re frequently booked for anniversary parties and drinks reception canapés.
In Ashford Common, tapas work at home or in a local hall. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Places near Ashford Common
More for events in Ashford Common
Receptions and parties in Ashford Common
Ashford Common is about 1 mile north-west of Sunbury-on-Thames, in Surrey. Give us the address of your event in Ashford Common, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Ashford Common is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Upper Halliford station is about 0.9 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as St Saviour, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Tapas catering in TW15 and TW16 is planned around your venue and timings. We can cater an event on streets such as Saxon Road, Dane Road and Tudor Road. Nearby, we also cater events in Littleton Common (1 mile south-west), Hounslow (1 mile north-east), Charlton (1 mile south), Sunbury-on-Thames (1 mile south-east) and Ashford (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (10 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles south-east) and Egham (5 miles west).
A little further out are Ashford Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Kempton Steam Museum (1.5 miles east). Not far away are St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
- Schools near Ashford Common include Sunbury Manor School (1 mile south-east) and Sunbury Manor School (1 mile south-east)
Common questions in Ashford Common
Is Ashford Common close to London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London.
We’re having a ceremony at St Saviour: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Do you come to Ashford Common?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Ashford Common. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. At midsummer, it is light in Ashford Common until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Ashford Common? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room for a tapas table
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
Why choose live paella in Ashford Common?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- We cover Ashford Common and the whole of Surrey
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ashford Common? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Perfect for your event in Ashford Common
They’re the classic starter before paella.
In Ashford Common and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas before paella
- Table tapas as a starter
A picnic in Sunbury Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deadline for final numbers
- Who provides the crockery
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Waiting staff for canapés.
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- How long we are needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff