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Tapas Catering for Hascombe events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Hascombe.
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
Book tapas catering in Hascombe
How our tapas catering works in Hascombe
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We cook patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham, and we are frequently booked for drinks parties and receptions and tapas with a paella main course.
For a country party near Hascombe, tapas and sangria set the mood. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
For event organisers in Hascombe
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many guests are eating
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Anything your venue supplies
- A photo of the space, if you can
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Hascombe questions
Which station should guests use for Hascombe?
The closest is Milford (Surrey) station, roughly 3 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Hascombe?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Where we can cook in Hascombe
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Planning a tapas spread in Hascombe
Hascombe is about 7 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Hascombe and nearby villages. We cater in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Hascombe to Guildford (7 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Loseley Park (4.8 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hascombe, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Hascombe is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the GU8 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on The Street and Church Road. Nearby, we also cater events in Loxhill (1 mile south), Thorncombe Street (1 mile north), Grafham (2 miles north-east), Munstead Heath (2 miles north-west) and Dunsfold (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles north), Woking (12 miles north), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles north-west), Dorking (12 miles north-east) and Frimley (13 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Godalming Museum (3.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Lower Lake and Hydon's Ball.
- Local pubs include The White Horse Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Towns and villages near Hascombe
Also in Hascombe
Events we cater in Hascombe
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks parties and receptions
Guests travelling by rail: Milford (Surrey) station is about 3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- How long the team stays
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether VAT is included
How the day works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Hascombe has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Tell us what role tapas play
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
- 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