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Tapas Catering for Ockford Ridge events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Ockford Ridge and Surrey, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering in Ockford Ridge
About our tapas catering in Ockford Ridge
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. We are frequently asked to cater launches and office parties and anniversary parties, with tortilla española, patatas bravas and padrón peppers.
Near Ockford Ridge, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Your questions about tapas catering in Ockford Ridge
Which station should guests use for Ockford Ridge?
Milford (Surrey) station, in Ockford Ridge itself.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St John the Evangelist's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
What else we do in Ockford Ridge
Planning the cooking area
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 to finish hot dishes
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. Evening receptions in Ockford Ridge stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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.
Why choose live paella in Ockford Ridge?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why Ockford Ridge hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Drinks service on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
What affects the price in Ockford Ridge
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
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.
Planning a tapas spread in Ockford Ridge
Ockford Ridge is about 2 miles south-west of Godalming, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Ockford Ridge or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 7 miles away.
Historic houses near Ockford Ridge include Loseley Park (4.1 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Historic buildings near Ockford Ridge frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Ockford Ridge is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in GU8, we plan around your venue. Whether your event is on Rake Lane and Station Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Enton Green (1 mile east), Witley (1 mile south-west), Cramhurst (1 mile west), Mousehill (1 mile north-west) and Tuesley (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (7 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north), Farnham (8 miles north-west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Godalming Museum (2 miles north-east) and Milford Hospital (0.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Ockford Ridge include Hydon's Ball and Farncombe Wood.
- Schools near Ockford Ridge include The Chandler CofE Aided Junior School (0.6 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Include staff for canapés
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
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.
- 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