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Tapas Catering for Langley Vale events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Langley Vale and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening grazing
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering near Langley Vale
Who books tapas catering in Langley Vale?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Sharing tapas starters
Historic buildings near Langley Vale often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How each diet is kept separate
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
Tapas catering in Langley Vale, cooked live
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Whether it is sharing tapas starters and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of padrón peppers, Serrano ham and croquetas and more.
Near Langley Vale, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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Your questions about tapas catering in Langley Vale
Is Langley Vale close to London?
Roughly 15 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Space on each table
- A spot for our serving station
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
Working with your venue
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Tapas for events in Langley Vale
Langley Vale is about 2 miles east of Ashtead, in Surrey. Tell us where your event in Langley Vale will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cook in 395 places across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 14 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tattenham Corner station, about 1 mile east. Nearby historic houses include Fitznells Manor (3.2 miles north) and Nonsuch Mansion (3.9 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Langley Vale, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the KT18 postcode area. Streets in the area include Grosvenor Road, Harding Road and Rosebery Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Langley Vale, we also cover Tattenham Corner (1 mile east), Great Burgh (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north-east), Burgh Heath (2 miles east) and Epsom (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Egham (15 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Headley Court (1.1 miles south-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.8 miles south). The countryside around Langley Vale includes Cuddington Meadows and Colley Hill.
- Schools near Langley Vale include Rosebery School (1.7 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find Derby Arms (0.7 miles north-east)
What affects the price in Langley Vale
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why book with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer drinks reception in Langley Vale has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
- 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