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Tapas & canapé catering in Chertsey, Surrey
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Chertsey and the surrounding area.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Chertsey?
Tapas catering in Chertsey, made fresh on the day
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Chertsey. Typical bookings include cocktail parties and tapas before paella, serving Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and croquetas.
Tapas make a party in Chertsey easy and sociable. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Chertsey? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A spot for our serving station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Chertsey
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell typically draws people over. Evening receptions in Chertsey stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or KT16 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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Questions from Chertsey
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook in Woburn Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Perfect for your event in Chertsey
They work for any size of event.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Engagement drinks
- Anniversary parties
- Evening grazing
- Tapas with a paella main course
Nearby historic houses include Botleys Mansion (1.5 miles south-west) and Byfleet Manor (4.3 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
What your quote should include
- The venue requirements
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
- If the price includes VAT
Chertsey: venues and local tips
Chertsey is about 6 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Chertsey or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Chertsey to Guildford (about 10 miles away).
Parks such as Woburn Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. If you are looking at a historic venue around Chertsey, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Tapas catering in KT16 and KT15 is planned around your venue and timings. Whether your event is on Station Road, Charles Street and King Street or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. With the A317 and A320 close by, Chertsey is simple for us to get to for your event. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lyne (1 mile west), Row Town (2 miles south), Ottershaw (2 miles south-west), Trumps Green (3 miles west) and Stonehill (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles south), Woking (6 miles south-west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Ewell (11 miles east) and Egham (3 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Runnymede Hospital (1 mile south-west) and Spelthorne Museum (3.2 miles north). The countryside around Chertsey includes St Ann's Hill and Gracious Pond.
- Local schools include Sir William Perkins's School (less than half a mile west) and Chertsey High School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Crown Hotel (under half a mile north-east)
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Chertsey
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Catering across Surrey, including Chertsey
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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