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Tapas Catering for Ashtead events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Ashtead: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Ashtead
Tapas for events in Ashtead
Ashtead is about 2 miles south-west of Epsom, in Surrey. Anywhere in KT21, we can cook for your guests. Ashtead is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Ashtead to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
Historic buildings near Ashtead often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Parks such as Ashtead Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Ashtead is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cater events across KT21 and KT22. Streets in the area include The Street, Church Road and Greville Park Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Ashtead for tapas catering include Pachesham Park (2 miles north-west), Malden Rushett (2 miles north), Oxshott (3 miles north-west), Barwell (3 miles north) and Stoke D'Abernon (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles west), Woking (12 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles south-east), Ewell (4 miles north-east) and Egham (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Headley Court (1.7 miles south-east) and Walton on the Hill (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Ashtead include Box Hill and The Lake.
- Nearby schools include Barnett Wood Infant School (within half a mile north-west) and St Andrew's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Leg Of Mutton And Cauliflower Public House (within half a mile east)
Tapas catering in Ashtead, made fresh on the day
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. We are frequently asked to cater engagement parties and anniversary parties, with tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
In a town like Ashtead, tapas suit garden parties, hall parties and receptions. Hot tapas need a spot to finish them. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
What affects the price in Ashtead
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- Waiting and bar staff
- Your choice of paellas
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Add sangria or cava
- Canapés need staff to serve
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
Also in Ashtead
Why choose live paella in Ashtead?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell usually draws people over. Sunset in Ashtead is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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FAQs for Ashtead
Could we have live paella in Ashtead Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cater in Ashtead?
Yes, we do. Ashtead is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to serve.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
- 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