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Tapas & canapé catering in Chipstead, Greater London
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 Chipstead.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas and paella menus
- Tapas starters
Live tapas catering in Chipstead
Tapas catering in Chipstead, cooked live
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. Whether it’s drinks reception canapés and tapas before paella, we can cook albóndigas, gambas al ajillo and croquetas.
For a London drinks party in Chipstead, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- Chipstead (CR5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Chipstead
Which station should guests use for Chipstead?
Chipstead has its own station: Chipstead station.
Can you cook in Fames Rough?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
How much does tapas catering cost in Chipstead?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How many tapas per person?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you cook indoors?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. Sunset in Chipstead is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Fast service from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Places near Chipstead
Also in Chipstead
Who books tapas catering in Chipstead?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
Nearby historic houses include Nonsuch Mansion (4.5 miles north-west) and Fitznells Manor (4.9 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether travel is included
- Staff numbers and hours
Chipstead: venues and local tips
Chipstead is about 1 mile south-west of Coulsdon, in Greater London. Events in Chipstead are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 14 miles away.
Historic buildings near Chipstead often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. A picnic in Fames Rough? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Chipstead, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in CR5, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Walpole Avenue, How Lane and Doghurst Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Chipstead, we also cover Woodmansterne (1 mile north), Coulsdon (1 mile north-east), Banstead (2 miles north-west), Old Coulsdon (2 miles east) and Little Woodcote (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include London (14 miles north), City of Westminster (14 miles north), Marylebone (15 miles north), Kensington (14 miles north), St Pancras (15 miles north) and Whitechapel (15 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Banstead Hospital (2.3 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (3.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Chipstead include Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
- Nearby schools include Coulsdon Sixth Form College (2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (0.5 miles south)
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Add sangria or cava
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Include staff for canapés
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Where the event is
Send us the date, your venue or CR5 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use 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