Surrey · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Burstow, 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 for events in Burstow.
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Tapas catering for Burstow events
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Access to unload near the serving area
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
About our tapas catering in Burstow
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. For office parties and launches and tapas before paella, we can cook tortilla española, croquetas and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
In a rural spot like Burstow, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Who books tapas catering in Burstow?
Tapas are sociable food.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Bartholomew.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- Space, access and power needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and deposit
Tapas for events in Burstow
Burstow is about 2 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. For an event in Burstow, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Burstow to Guildford (about 20 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Gatwick Airport station is about 1.3 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around Burstow, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
We cover events in every part of the RH6 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Church Road, Church Lane and Green Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Burstow for tapas catering include Fernhill (1 mile west), Shipley Bridge (1 mile south-west), Keeper's Corner (1 mile east), Copthorne (1 mile south) and Tinsley Green (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (14 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north), Ewell (15 miles north), Reigate (6 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Langley Green Hospital (3.1 miles south-west) and County Mall (3.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Burstow includes Hedgecourt Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Shipley Bridge pub (within half a mile south)
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Burstow 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 arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in Burstow and across Surrey
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Your questions about tapas catering in Burstow
How far is Burstow from London?
Roughly 24 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Burstow for guests?
Gatwick Airport station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The paellas you choose
- How long we’re needed on site
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Also in Burstow
Working with your venue
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Check diets in advance
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Label seafood clearly
- Include staff for canapés
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Crockery and serving dishes.
- 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