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Tapas Catering in Dunsfold
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 for events in Dunsfold.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
Book tapas catering in Dunsfold
Tapas catering for your event in Dunsfold
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Typical bookings include engagement drinks and welcome-drink canapés, with tortilla española, Serrano ham and padrón peppers.
Near Dunsfold, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Planning a tapas spread in Dunsfold
Dunsfold is about 9 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. From the centre of Dunsfold to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Dunsfold is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Witley station, about 3.8 miles west. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary and All Saints. Dunsfold is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
For tapas catering in GU8, we plan around your venue and timings. We can cater an event on streets such as Binhams Meadow, Dunsfold Common Road and Nugent Close or the roads around them. If your venue is just outside Dunsfold, we also cover Loxhill (1 mile north), Hascombe (2 miles north), Alfold Crossways (2 miles south-east), Elmbridge Village (2 miles north-east) and Grafham (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north), Woking (14 miles north), Farnham (12 miles north-west), Dorking (13 miles north-east), Frimley (15 miles north-west) and Haslemere (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (4.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Lower Lake and Hydon's Ball.
- Local pubs include The Sun Inn Public House (less than half a mile south)
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. At midsummer, it’s light in Dunsfold until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Related guides
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Paella compared with other options
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why Dunsfold hosts choose us
- We cover Dunsfold and the whole of Surrey
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Events we cater in Dunsfold
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Dunsfold:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Parks such as Fir Tree Copse have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
- Allergen information for each dish
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Common questions in Dunsfold
What’s the nearest station to Dunsfold for guests?
The closest is Witley station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Mary and All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Dunsfold.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
How we price tapas catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
- What the venue already provides
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Dunsfold
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Places near Dunsfold
Other catering in Dunsfold
- 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