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Tapas & canapé catering in Buckland, Surrey
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 in Buckland.
- Engagement celebrations
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening grazing
Planning an event in Buckland?
About our tapas catering in Buckland
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas, and we are regularly asked to cater evening grazing and receptions and drinks parties.
Near Buckland, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer drinks reception in Buckland has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Buckland? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Venues frequently 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.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking near the venue
- Permission from the venue
- Space to finish hot dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
Your questions about tapas catering in Buckland
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Buckland close to London?
About 19 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Buckland.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you come to Buckland?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Buckland and the rest of Surrey. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
Towns and villages near Buckland
More for events in Buckland
Perfect for your event in Buckland
Tapas get people talking.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Buckland and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Evening grazing
- Table tapas as a starter
- Launches and office parties
If you are looking at a historic venue around Buckland, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Check diets in advance
- Label seafood clearly
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Staff to serve canapés.
Drinks receptions around Buckland
Buckland is about 2 miles west of Reigate, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Buckland, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 395 places across Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Betchworth station, about 0.6 miles north-west. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Buckland, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the RH3 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Old Road, Sandy Lane and Rectory Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Betchworth (1 mile west), Brockham (1 mile west), Box Hill (1 mile north-west), Strood Green (2 miles south-west) and Mogador (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (7 miles north), Horley (6 miles south-east), Redhill (4 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Headley Court (3.6 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles east). Open spaces near Buckland include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Nearby, you will find The Red Lion pub (within half a mile west)
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
What affects the price in Buckland
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Anything your venue supplies
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
- 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