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Tapas Catering for Mugswell events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Mugswell.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement celebrations
Book tapas catering in Mugswell
Tapas catering in Mugswell, cooked live
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. Typical bookings include work receptions and cocktail parties, with tortilla española, padrón peppers and patatas bravas.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Mugswell. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Mugswell (CR5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Events in Mugswell and across Greater London
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Tapas for events in Mugswell
Mugswell is about 3 miles north of Reigate, in Greater London. For an event in Mugswell, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 16 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of Jesus Christ and the Wisdom of God. A picnic in Eyhurst Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Mugswell is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the CR5 postcode area. We also cook at events in Gatton (1 mile south-east), Hooley (2 miles north-east), Merstham (2 miles east), South Merstham (2 miles south-east) and Netherne on-the-Hill (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Kensington (15 miles north), Brompton (15 miles north), Stockwell (14 miles north), Orpington (15 miles north-east), Wimbledon (10 miles north) and Kennington (14 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Surrey Fire Museum (2.4 miles south) and The Belfry (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
- Local schools include St Bede's School (2.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Well House Inn (under half a mile north)
Where we can cook in Mugswell
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
- A spot for our serving station
As a London location, Mugswell is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Mugswell
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Perfect for your event in Mugswell
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Mugswell, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Kingswood station, about 1.3 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The deposit and payment dates
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many guests are eating
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
Planning tapas catering in Mugswell? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell typically draws people over. Sunset in Mugswell is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Other catering in Mugswell
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Crockery and serving dishes.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Questions from Mugswell
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.
What about parking in Mugswell?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Greater London. Find your area.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
- 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