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Tapas Catering for Broadford events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Broadford.
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering near Broadford
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Unloading access
- Permission from the venue
- A spot for our serving station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Broadford
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
How our tapas catering works in Broadford
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Whether it is tapas and paella menus and cocktail parties, we’ll put together a menu of tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers and more.
Near Broadford, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Tapas for events in Broadford
Broadford is about 2 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Broadford, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Broadford is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Michael, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Loseley Park (1.4 miles west) and Guildford Castle (1.5 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Broadford is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in GU4, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also cook at events in Shalford (1 mile east), Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile north-west), East Shalford (1 mile north-east) and Chilworth (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Farnham (10 miles west), Egham (15 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east) and Dorking (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Farnham Road Hospital (1.7 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.5 miles north). Open spaces near Broadford include Pewley Down and Lower Lake.
- Local schools include Broadwater School (1.1 miles south-west) and St Catherine's School (1.2 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queen Victoria pub (within half a mile north-east)
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Broadford questions
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
We are having a ceremony at St Michael: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Who books tapas catering in Broadford?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
For guests coming by train, Shalford station is in Broadford itself.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- The venue requirements
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How long the team stays
Nearby places to Broadford
Other catering in Broadford
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Check diets in advance
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Each dish is labelled.
Crockery and serving dishes.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Broadford hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer drinks reception in Broadford has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Broadford? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
- 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