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Tapas & canapé catering in Compton, Surrey
Planning tapas catering in Compton? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Compton
Drinks receptions around Compton
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Compton or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Compton is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic houses near Compton include Loseley Park (1 mile east) and Wanborough Manor (1.9 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Compton, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in GU3, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate. We also cook at events in Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
- Local schools include Prior's Field School (1 mile west) and Broadwater School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Harrow pub (within half a mile west)
How our tapas catering works in Compton
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. For birthday and anniversary parties and drinks parties and receptions, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and albóndigas and more.
Near Compton, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
The process
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in Compton stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- Parking and unloading
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- Anything your venue supplies
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Compton questions
Which station should guests use for Compton?
Farncombe station, about 1.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Could we have live paella in Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you cater in Compton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Compton is within our area and the rest of Surrey. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in Compton and across Surrey
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Who books tapas catering in Compton?
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Compton, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Evening grazing
- Tapas starters
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement parties
Parks such as Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Questions to ask before you book
- The deadline for final numbers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- A clear list of what’s included
More for events in Compton
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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