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Tapas & canapé catering in Heath End, Surrey
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Heath End. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Work receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering in Heath End
Tapas catering for your event in Heath End
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include tapas starters and evening grazing, serving tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
In a rural spot like Heath End, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A spot for our serving station
- Space to finish hot dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Check diets in advance
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Include staff for canapés
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Heath End: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Heath End?
Aldershot station, about 1.4 miles north-east of the centre.
How far is Heath End from London?
About 35 miles from central London.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Who books tapas catering in Heath End?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Evening sharing boards
Historic houses near Heath End include Farnham Castle (1.4 miles south-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Staff numbers and hours
- VAT, if it applies
Tapas for events in Heath End
Heath End is about 1 mile south-west of Aldershot, in Surrey. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Heath End. We cook in 395 places in Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Historic buildings near Heath End frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. A picnic in Weybourne LNR? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Anywhere in GU9, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Farnborough Road, Alma Way and The Fairway or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Other places close to Heath End for tapas catering include Upper Hale (1 mile west), Hale (1 mile south), Weybourne (1 mile east), Badshot Lea (1 mile south-east) and Aldershot (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north), Frimley (6 miles north-east), Haslemere (11 miles south) and Cranleigh (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Museum of Farnham (1.8 miles south-west) and Seale and Tongham (2.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Aunt's Pool and Rowhill Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include William Cobbett Primary School (0.5 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Six Bells pub (0.9 miles south)
- Local facilities include Prince Consort's Library (1.4 miles north-east)
Should I cook it myself?
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.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us 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. Let us know how long the food break is.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Evening receptions in Heath End stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Heath End
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Expected numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
- 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