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Tapas Catering for Hatchford events
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 for events in Hatchford.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Hatchford
Tapas catering in Hatchford, made fresh on the day
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Whether it is evening grazing and drinks reception canapés, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, tortilla española and padrón peppers.
Near Hatchford, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Love Paella in Hatchford
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in Hatchford and across Surrey
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- Guest numbers
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Crockery and serving dishes.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Perfect for your event in Hatchford
They work for any size of event.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Engagement celebrations
- Work receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Welcome-drink canapés
Guests travelling by rail: Effingham Junction station is about 1.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- What happens if it rains
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
Your questions about tapas catering in Hatchford
Which station should guests use for Hatchford?
The closest is Effingham Junction station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
How far is Hatchford from London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Should we have more than one paella?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Places near Hatchford
Other catering in Hatchford
Receptions and parties in Hatchford
Hatchford is about 5 miles south of Weybridge, in Surrey. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Hatchford. Hatchford is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. We cook right across the region, from Hatchford to Guildford (7 miles away).
Historic houses near Hatchford include Byfleet Manor (2.1 miles north-west) and The Homewood (3.5 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Parks such as The Forest and the Highlands have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Hatchford, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in KT11, we can cook for your guests. We also cook at events in Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (1 mile west), Downside (1 mile east), Wisley (2 miles north-west) and Byfleet (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (6 miles west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (7 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Send and Ripley History Society Museum (2.7 miles west) and Woking Community Hospital (5.3 miles west). Not far away are Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
- Local pubs include The Black Swan pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Unloading access
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
What happens on the day
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. A summer drinks reception in Hatchford has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
- 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