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Tapas Catering in Busbridge
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 Busbridge.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering near Busbridge
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Busbridge is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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About our tapas catering in Busbridge
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Popular choices include Serrano ham, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for engagement celebrations and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near Busbridge, tapas and sangria set the mood. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Permission from the venue
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Add sangria or cava
- Canapés need staff to serve
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Also near Busbridge
What else we do in Busbridge
Tapas for events in Busbridge
Busbridge is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. For an event in Busbridge, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Busbridge is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Nearby historic houses include Loseley Park (2.7 miles north) and Guildford Castle (4.2 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. A picnic in Phillips Memorial Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Busbridge, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in GU7, we can bring tapas catering to you. Your event could be at a home on Old Rectory Gardens, Hambledon Road and Brighton Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Godalming (1 mile north-west), Tuesley (1 mile south-west), Aaron's Hill (1 mile west), Farncombe (1 mile north) and Hydestile (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Dorking (12 miles east) and Frimley (11 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (4.2 miles north) and Milford Hospital (1.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Busbridge include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
- Schools near Busbridge include Godalming College (0.7 miles west) and St Hilary's School (0.8 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Sun pub (0.8 miles north-west)
Who books tapas catering in Busbridge?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Birthday drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening grazing
- Work receptions
Historic buildings near Busbridge frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Before you book anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Staff numbers and hours
- If the price includes VAT
- How each diet is kept separate
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many guests are eating
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The courses you’d like
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. 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 you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Questions from Busbridge
Which station should guests use for Busbridge?
Godalming station, about 1 mile north-west of the centre.
Is Busbridge close to London?
About 31 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
- 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