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Tapas Catering in Loxhill
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Loxhill. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering in Loxhill
Tapas catering in Loxhill, made fresh on the day
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Typical bookings include birthday drinks and evening sharing boards, serving tortilla española, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo.
In a rural spot like Loxhill, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated.
Loxhill: venues and local tips
Loxhill is about 8 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. For an event in Loxhill, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Loxhill is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 8 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Peter, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Loxhill is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cater events across GU8 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Loxhill, we also cover Hascombe (1 mile north), Dunsfold (1 mile south), Elmbridge Village (2 miles east), Grafham (2 miles north-east) and Thorncombe Street (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (8 miles north), Woking (13 miles north), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles north-west), Dorking (12 miles north-east) and Frimley (14 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Lower Lake and Hydon's Ball.
- Local pubs include The White Horse Public House (0.7 miles north)
More for events in Loxhill
How we price tapas catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
- Parking and unloading
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. A summer drinks reception in Loxhill has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Loxhill, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Add sangria or cava
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Table tapas are set down to share.
Staff to serve canapés.
Occasions we cook for in Loxhill
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
In Loxhill and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Work receptions
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday drinks
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Witley station, about 3.5 miles west.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- The venue requirements
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether VAT is included
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Common questions in Loxhill
Which station should guests use for Loxhill?
Witley station, about 3.5 miles west of the centre.
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 soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
How much does tapas catering cost in Loxhill?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
For event organisers in Loxhill
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Loxhill
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- 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