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Tapas Catering for Redhill events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Redhill.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering in Redhill
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Tapas catering in Redhill, cooked live
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook patatas bravas, tortilla española and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for tapas before paella and birthday drinks.
For celebrations in Redhill, tapas before a paella make a full meal. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Redhill has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Redhill: your questions answered
Is Redhill close to London?
Roughly 18 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
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 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. Our guide to portions explains more.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Check diets in advance
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Add a live paella main.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
Nearby places to Redhill
More for events in Redhill
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why Redhill hosts choose us
- Catering across Surrey, including Redhill
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Receptions and parties in Redhill
Redhill is about 9 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Redhill, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Redhill is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. We cook right across the region, from Redhill to London (about 18 miles away).
Historic buildings near Redhill frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Saint Matthew's Church. Redhill is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the RH1 and RH2 postcode area. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street, Station Road and Church Road or the roads around them. Being close to the A23 and A25, Redhill is easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover events in Earlswood (1 mile south), Holmethorpe (1 mile north-east), Meadvale (1 mile south-west), South Earlswood (2 miles south) and South Nutfield (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles south), Ewell (9 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (5 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west). Redhill is one of the larger places we cover in Surrey, with lots of choice for events.
Nearby you will also find The Belfry (within half a mile north) and Surrey Fire Museum (1.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Nearby schools include The Carrington School (0.5 miles north-east) and Dunottar School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include White Lion Public House (within half a mile west)
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
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. Ask us for a quote and 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.
- 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