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Tapas & canapé catering in Gomshall, Surrey
Something 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 Gomshall.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Gomshall
For event organisers in Gomshall
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Tapas catering in Gomshall, cooked live
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. For birthday drinks and welcome-drink canapés, we will put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and croquetas.
Near Gomshall, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated.
Who books tapas catering in Gomshall?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Gomshall:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Church of St James.
What your quote should include
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How long the team stays
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
FAQs for Gomshall
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Church of St James?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Surrey. See all areas.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Why choose live paella in Gomshall?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. 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.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Drinks service on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Gomshall stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Parking and unloading
- The length of service
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Gomshall? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
Gomshall: venues and local tips
Gomshall is about 5 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Gomshall, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Gomshall. Gomshall is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 6 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Gomshall station is in Gomshall itself. Parks such as Colekitchen Down have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Gomshall is within about a mile of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in GU5 is planned around your venue and timings. Whether your event is on Station Road, High View and Queen Street or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Shere (1 mile west), Abinger Hammer (1 mile east), Hoe (1 mile south), Albury Heath (1 mile west) and Little London (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (6 miles west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and Shere Museum (0.6 miles west). The countryside around Gomshall includes Silent Pool and Combe Bottom.
- Nearby, you’ll find Black Horse pub (less than half a mile east)
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Collect dietary needs
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Serving boards and crockery.
Also near Gomshall
What else we do in Gomshall
- 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