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Tapas & canapé catering in Cobham, Surrey
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Cobham and Surrey, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering for Cobham events
Tapas for events in Cobham
Cobham is about 6 miles west of Epsom, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Cobham, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Cobham is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our events stretch from Cobham to Guildford (10 miles away).
Historic houses near Cobham include The Homewood (1.2 miles north) and Byfleet Manor (2.9 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. A picnic in West End Common? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Cobham is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in KT11, we can cook for your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on High Street, Summerhays and Fairfield Park. For events just outside Cobham, we cover Stoke D'Abernon (1 mile south-east), Oxshott (2 miles east), West End (2 miles north), Pachesham Park (3 miles east) and Esher (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (10 miles south-west), Woking (8 miles west), Camberley (14 miles west), Epsom (6 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Elmbridge Museum (3 miles north-east) and Chessington Castle Hill (4.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Jubilee Wood and Claremont Lake.
- Nearby schools include Cobham Free School (0.7 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Running Mare pub (0.6 miles south)
How our tapas catering works in Cobham
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. We are often asked to cater tapas starters and engagement parties, with Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and Serrano ham.
In Cobham, tapas work at home or in a local hall. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
How it works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Cobham is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Check diets in advance
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Make sure dishes are labelled
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Sangria and bar staff.
Is live paella right for your event?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why Cobham hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- A clear, itemised quote
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Where we can cook in Cobham
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Cobham
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A photo of the space, if you can
- What the venue already provides
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Cobham? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Places near Cobham
What else we do in Cobham
Cobham: your questions answered
Can you cook in West End Common?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
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 work to whatever the site needs.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
- 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