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Tapas & canapé catering in Little London, Surrey
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Little London. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Work receptions
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
Book tapas catering in Little London
Your questions about tapas catering in Little London
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
How far is Little London from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Tapas catering for your event in Little London
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Typical bookings include cocktail parties and tapas and paella menus, with albóndigas, padrón peppers and tortilla española.
Near Little London, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
Receptions and parties in Little London
Little London is about 5 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Give us the address of your event in Little London, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Little London is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Old St Peter and St Paul's Church. A picnic in Colekitchen Down? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about a mile of Little London, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in GU5, we plan around your venue. For events just outside Little London, we cover Albury Heath (1 mile north-west), Shere (1 mile north-east), Albury (1 mile north-west), Gomshall (1 mile north-east) and Hoe (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (5 miles north-west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Shere Museum (1 mile north-east) and St. Luke’s Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Little London include Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
- Nearby, you will find King William IV Public House (within half a mile north)
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Parking near the venue
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Tell us what role tapas play
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Staff to serve canapés.
Why choose tapas catering in Little London?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Little London, people book us for occasions like:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Work receptions
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Historic buildings near Little London frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if it rains
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it’s light in Little London until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell 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.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Little London
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
- Distance and access to the venue
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why Little London hosts choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A clear, itemised quote
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Fast service from the pan
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
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What else we do in Little London
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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