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A spread of tapas on wooden boards with glasses of red wine

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Tapas & canapé catering in Deepcut, Surrey

Paella 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 Deepcut.

  • Welcome-drink canapés
  • Anniversary parties
  • Drinks parties and receptions

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Tapas catering for Deepcut events

What we need at the venue

Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:

  • The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
  • Space to finish hot dishes
  • Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals

Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.

On the menu in Deepcut

  • Albóndigas
  • Tortilla española
  • Gambas al ajillo
  • Manchego & membrillo
  • Croquetas
  • Padrón peppers
  • Serrano ham
  • Olives & bread
  • Patatas bravas
  • Chorizo in red wine

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Tapas catering in Deepcut, cooked live

We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. For tapas and paella menus and anniversary parties, we can cook tortilla española, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.

Tapas make a party in Deepcut easy and sociable. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.

Tapas and red wine on a long table
Where
Deepcut (GU16)
Area hub
Surrey
Special diets
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
Also available
Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
Price
Quoted for your event
Last updated
23 October 2026

Deepcut questions

How far is Deepcut from London?

Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.

Which station should guests use for Deepcut?

Farnborough North station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre.

How much paella per person?

We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.

What about pudding?

Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.

What if the weather’s bad?

We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.

Do you cook it at the event?

Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.

Is the paella gluten-free?

Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.

How much tapas do we need?

Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.

Planning a tapas spread in Deepcut

Deepcut is about 1 mile east of Frimley, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Deepcut, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in 395 places across Surrey. Our events stretch from Deepcut to Guildford (7 miles away).

Guests travelling by rail: Farnborough North station is about 1.9 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around Deepcut, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.

For tapas catering in GU16, we plan around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on Deepcut Bridge Road, The Royal Way and Newfoundland Road or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in Frimley (1 mile west), Frimley Green (1 mile south-west), Camberley (2 miles north-west), Watchmoor (3 miles west) and Old Dean (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south-east), Woking (6 miles east), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (11 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (12 miles north-east).

Nearby you will also find Frimley Park Hospital (1.9 miles west) and The Museum of The National Rifle Association (2 miles east). The countryside around Deepcut includes Danger Hill and Ash Ranges.

  • Schools near Deepcut include Tomlinscote School (1.2 miles north-west) and Tomlinscote School (1.2 miles north-west)
Map of Deepcut © OpenStreetMap contributors

A closer look at the menu

Tortilla española

Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.

Manchego & membrillo

Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.

How it works

When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Deepcut 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.

  1. Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
  2. We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
  3. On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
  4. We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
  5. We pack down when service ends.

How to prepare

  • Have a level space ready for the pans
  • Ensure we can park close by to unload
  • Give us a contact for the day

Ask for a quote

Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.

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Planning help

Cook it yourself or book a caterer?

Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.

A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.

Catering for every guest

With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:

  • Ask guests about diets and allergies
  • Match tapas with Spanish drinks
  • Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
  • Ensure dishes are labelled

Tapas go out to the tables.

Serving boards and crockery.

Occasions we cook for in Deepcut

Big or small, tapas work.

We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Deepcut and nearby. Popular bookings include:

  • Tapas and paella menus
  • Receptions and drinks parties
  • Engagement parties
  • Welcome-drink canapés

A picnic in Frimley Lodge Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.

Before booking anyone

  • The deadline for final numbers
  • Exactly what’s included in the price
  • The deposit and payment dates
  • Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables

Our caterer checklist

Working with your venue

Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.

Is live paella right for your event?

Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.

Why book with us

  • Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
  • Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
  • A clear, itemised quote
  • Hot food served quickly from the pan

See How we price Or What paella catering costs.

  • 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

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