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Tapas & canapé catering in Elmbridge Village, Surrey
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Elmbridge Village and Surrey, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Launches and office parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Elmbridge Village?
About our tapas catering in Elmbridge Village
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Whether it is receptions and drinks parties and birthday and anniversary parties, we can cook padrón peppers, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
For a country party near Elmbridge Village, tapas and sangria set the mood. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label seafood clearly
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Sangria and bar staff.
Other catering in Elmbridge Village
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Elmbridge Village until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
Questions from Elmbridge Village
Is Elmbridge Village too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Elmbridge Village from London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Elmbridge Village? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Love Paella in Elmbridge Village
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Tapas for events in Elmbridge Village
Elmbridge Village is about 8 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. From the centre of Elmbridge Village to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 8 miles away.
Elmbridge Village is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in GU6, we can bring tapas catering to you. From Elmbridge Road and Essex Drive or a nearby road, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Rowly (1 mile north), Grafham (2 miles north-west), Loxhill (2 miles west), Hascombe (2 miles west) and Dunsfold (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles north), Woking (12 miles north), Horley (15 miles east), Farnham (13 miles west), Reigate (15 miles north-east) and Dorking (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Milford Hospital (5.1 miles west). Not far away are Hydon's Ball and Lower Lake.
Events we cater in Elmbridge Village
They work for any size of event.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if it rains
- 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