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Tapas Catering in Frimley
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Frimley.
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering in Frimley
Receptions and parties in Frimley
Frimley is about 1 mile south of Camberley, in Surrey. Tell us where your event in Frimley will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Frimley to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St. Peter's Church. For guests coming by train, Frimley station is about 0.7 miles away.
Anywhere in GU16 and GU15, we can cook for your guests. From Church Road, Frimley High Street and Station Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Frimley is on the A325 and B311, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Other places close to Frimley for tapas catering include Frimley Green (1 mile south), Deepcut (1 mile east), Camberley (1 mile north), Watchmoor (2 miles north-west) and York Town (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Farnham (8 miles south), Egham (11 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Frimley Park Hospital (0.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Heath Museum (1.9 miles north). Open spaces near Frimley include Danger Hill and Wildmoor Heath.
- Schools near Frimley include Tomlinscote School (0.6 miles north-east) and Tomlinscote School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The White Hart Public House (0.6 miles west)
How our tapas catering works in Frimley
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Popular choices include padrón peppers, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo, and we are frequently booked for sharing tapas starters and tapas with a paella main course.
Tapas work for parties and receptions in Frimley. We need a small area to finish hot tapas. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Why choose tapas catering in Frimley?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas and paella menus
- Anniversary parties
Parks such as Frimley Lodge Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What your quote should include
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Add sangria or cava
- Tell us what role tapas play
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
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.
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. At midsummer, it is light in Frimley until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Other catering in Frimley
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A spot for our serving station
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Frimley
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
Common questions in Frimley
We’re having a ceremony at St. Peter's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Could we have live paella in Frimley Lodge Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and normally vegetarian.
- 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