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Tapas & canapé catering in Horley, Surrey
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Horley and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks parties and receptions
Book tapas catering in Horley
About our tapas catering in Horley
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. On the menu are Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española, and we are often booked for birthday drinks and tapas with a paella main course.
Tapas work for parties and receptions in Horley. We need a small area to finish hot tapas. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Events we cater in Horley
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement celebrations
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Horley station, about 0.8 miles south-east.
Before you book anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Staff numbers and hours
- Allergen information for each dish
Towns and villages near Horley
Other catering in Horley
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Drinks receptions around Horley
Horley is about 5 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Horley and nearby villages. Horley is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our events stretch from Horley to Guildford (18 miles away).
If you are looking at a historic venue around Horley, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Wilfrid's Church. Horley is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of Surrey takes in RH6. Whether your event is on Station Road, High Street and Church Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Horley sits on or near the A23 and B2036, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in Hookwood (1 mile south-west), Fernhill (2 miles south-east), Burstow (2 miles south-east), Smallfield (2 miles east) and Shipley Bridge (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (4 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (4 miles north), Caterham (8 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles north-west). Horley is one of the larger places we cover in Surrey, with plenty of venues for events.
A little further out are Reigate Castle (4.5 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Horley include Reigate Heath.
- Nearby schools include Oakwood School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bull pub (within half a mile west)
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Horley
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Staff to serve canapés.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Horley is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
How we price tapas catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
- Travel, parking and access
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
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.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Common questions in Horley
Is Horley close to London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Horley?
The closest is Horley station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Absolutely.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
- 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