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Tapas Catering in Hinchley Wood
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hinchley Wood and the surrounding area.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering for Hinchley Wood events
Tapas catering in Hinchley Wood, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. On the menu are croquetas, Serrano ham and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for evening grazing and cocktail parties.
For a party in a place like Hinchley Wood, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
Receptions and parties in Hinchley Wood
Hinchley Wood is about 2 miles south-west of Surbiton, in Surrey. Wherever your event is in the KT10 area, we can bring the pans to you. Hinchley Wood is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Hinchley Wood to London (about 13 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Hinchley Wood station is in Hinchley Wood itself. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Hinchley Wood Church.
We cook at events all over KT10 and KT7 and the streets around it. From Dorchester Close, Meadow Close and Manor Drive or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Weston Green (1 mile north-west), Thames Ditton (1 mile north), Ditton Hill (1 mile east), Long Ditton (1 mile north-east) and Claygate (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (11 miles west), Epsom (4 miles south-east), Horley (15 miles south-east), Redhill (12 miles south-east) and Ewell (4 miles south-east).
A little further out are Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.7 miles east) and Tolworth Hospital (2 miles east). Open spaces near Hinchley Wood include The Lake and The Wood.
- Schools near Hinchley Wood include Hinchley Wood School (within half a mile north-east) and Shrewsbury House School (1.3 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Greyhound pub (0.6 miles north-west)
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 is still served fresh. Evening receptions in Hinchley Wood stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- 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
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Live paella or other catering?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Catering across Surrey, including Hinchley Wood
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hinchley Wood
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
Hinchley Wood: your questions answered
Is Hinchley Wood close to London?
About 13 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in Stokes Field?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, including Surrey. Find your area.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Why choose tapas catering in Hinchley Wood?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
Nearby historic houses include Hampton Court Palace (1.9 miles north) and The Homewood (2.9 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What to look for in a quote
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
- Space, access and power needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Staff to serve canapés.
Nearby places to Hinchley Wood
Other catering in Hinchley Wood
Working with your venue
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.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
- 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