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Tapas Catering in Crowhurst Lane End
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Crowhurst Lane End.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
Book tapas catering in Crowhurst Lane End
Tapas catering in Crowhurst Lane End, cooked live
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, croquetas and patatas bravas, and we are often booked for office parties and launches and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near Crowhurst Lane End, tapas and sangria set the mood. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Events we cater in Crowhurst Lane End
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Tapas before paella
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
If you are looking at a historic venue around Crowhurst Lane End, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the price includes, item by item
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Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Parking near the venue
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Crowhurst Lane End is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Check diets in advance
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
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Crowhurst Lane End: your questions answered
How far is Crowhurst Lane End from London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Crowhurst Lane End too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Do you cater in Crowhurst Lane End?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Crowhurst Lane End is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Planning a tapas spread in Crowhurst Lane End
Crowhurst Lane End is about 6 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. For an event in Crowhurst Lane End, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Crowhurst Lane End to London (about 20 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St George, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic houses near Crowhurst Lane End include Titsey Place (4.6 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across the RH8 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Crowhurst (1 mile south-east), South Godstone (1 mile west), Tandridge (2 miles north), Merle Common (2 miles north-east) and Anglefield Corner (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles west), Redhill (6 miles west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles west) and Caterham (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bletchingley Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Events in Crowhurst Lane End and across Surrey
- Drinks service on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The venue or postcode
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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