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Tapas & canapé catering in Capel, Surrey
Planning tapas catering in Capel? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Capel
Why choose live paella in Capel?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Events in Capel and across Surrey
Tapas catering in Capel, made fresh on the day
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. We cook Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and albóndigas, and we are frequently booked for sharing tapas starters and tapas with a paella main course.
Near Capel, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Perfect for your event in Capel
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Baptist.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether VAT is included
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Capel? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Also in Capel
Common questions in Capel
What’s the nearest station to Capel for guests?
The closest is Ockley station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
How much does tapas catering cost in Capel?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Surrey included. Find your area.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
Capel: venues and local tips
Capel is about 5 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. Tell us where your event in Capel will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Capel to Guildford (about 13 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Ockley station, about 0.6 miles west. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Capel, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in RH5 is planned around your venue. Whether your event is on The Street, Laundry Way and Bakers Way or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Ockley (2 miles west), Beare Green (2 miles north), Paynes Green (2 miles south-west), Kingsfold (2 miles south) and Holmwood Corner (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east), Ewell (14 miles north) and Reigate (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles south). The countryside around Capel includes Leith Hill and Warnham LNR.
Where we can cook in Capel
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Capel
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Anything your venue supplies
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Each dish is labelled.
Waiting staff for canapés.
How it works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. At midsummer, it is light in Capel until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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