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Tapas Catering in Great Burgh
Planning tapas catering in Great Burgh? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering in Great Burgh
Tapas catering in Great Burgh, cooked live
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We cook tortilla española, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re frequently booked for drinks reception canapés and sharing boards for evening guests.
In Great Burgh, tapas work at home or in a local hall. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Great Burgh: venues and local tips
Great Burgh is about 2 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Great Burgh and the surrounding area. Great Burgh is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 14 miles away.
A picnic in Merland Rise Recreational Ground? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mark. Great Burgh is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in KT18, KT17 and KT20, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Upland Drive, Upland Way and Downland Way or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. You’ll find Great Burgh on the B290 and B2221, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Nearby, we also cater events in Tattenham Corner (1 mile west), Burgh Heath (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north-west), Nork (1 mile north-east) and Langley Vale (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles south).
A little further out are The Ashley Centre (2.1 miles north-west) and Cockney Museum (3.7 miles north). Open spaces near Great Burgh include Cuddington Meadows and Colley Hill.
- Nearby schools include Aberdour School (0.8 miles east) and The Beacon School (0.9 miles east)
- Local pubs include Derby Arms (0.9 miles west)
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Great Burgh
- Catering across Surrey, including Great Burgh
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Add sangria or cava
- Check diets in advance
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Bar staff and sangria.
Why choose tapas catering in Great Burgh?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Great Burgh and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Receptions and drinks parties
Historic buildings near Great Burgh often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
- The deposit and payment dates
- Who provides the crockery
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Permission from the venue
- Parking near the venue
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we are needed on site
- The number of people
- How many staff you need
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and rough timings
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
The process
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Great Burgh is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Great Burgh, and we will put together a menu and price.
Related guides
About the dishes
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
FAQs for Great Burgh
Can you cook in Merland Rise Recreational Ground?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Is Great Burgh close to London?
About 14 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Nearby places to Great Burgh
What else we do in Great Burgh
- 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