Surrey · England
Tapas Catering for Norney events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Norney: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Birthday drinks
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Book tapas catering in Norney
Is live paella right for your event?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Norney and across Surrey
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
How our tapas catering works in Norney
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. Popular choices include croquetas, Serrano ham and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for anniversary parties and engagement drinks.
Near Norney, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Common questions in Norney
Is Norney too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Norney for guests?
The closest is Godalming station, roughly 1.6 miles away.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Surrey included. See all areas.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
- The number of people
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Anything your venue supplies
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Norney is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
Norney: venues and local tips
Norney is about 5 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Events in Norney are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cook in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, Godalming station is about 1.6 miles away. Historic houses near Norney include Loseley Park (2.5 miles north-east) and Wanborough Manor (2.6 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Norney is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in GU8, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include Shackleford Road and Elstead Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside Norney, we cover Lower Eashing (1 mile south), Peper Harow (1 mile south-west), Upper Eashing (1 mile south-east), Aaron's Hill (1 mile south-east) and Milford (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (5 miles north-east), Woking (9 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (6 miles west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (2.3 miles south-east) and Charterhouse School Museum (1.4 miles east). The countryside around Norney includes Farncombe Wood and Lower Lake.
- Local schools include Prior's Field School (1.1 miles north) and Godalming College (2.1 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Stag on the River pub (0.8 miles south)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
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More for events in Norney
Why choose tapas catering in Norney?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Norney, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement parties
Historic buildings near Norney frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- 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