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Tapas & canapé catering in Redlands, Surrey
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Redlands and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering near Redlands
Step by step
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening receptions in Redlands stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Tapas catering in Redlands, cooked live
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Popular choices include croquetas, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española, and we are frequently booked for cocktail parties and anniversary parties.
For a country party near Redlands, tapas and sangria set the mood. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why Redlands hosts choose us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Catering across Surrey, including Redlands
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Redlands: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Redlands?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How much does tapas catering cost in Redlands?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Tapas for events in Redlands
Redlands is about 3 miles south of Fleet, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Redlands or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Redlands is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our events stretch from Redlands to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
Historic buildings near Redlands often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints.
Anywhere in GU10, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For events just outside Redlands, we cover Warren Corner (1 mile east), Crondall (1 mile south-west), Dora's Green (1 mile south-east), Ewshot (1 mile east) and Bowling Alley (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (3 miles south-east), Frimley (7 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Hart Shopping Centre (3.1 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (2.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Farnham Park and Beacon Hill.
- Schools near Redlands include St Nicholas' School (1 mile north) and Court Moor School (2.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.7 miles west)
Places near Redlands
Also in Redlands
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
Events we cater in Redlands
Tapas get people talking.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Redlands:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement celebrations
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (2.3 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- When final numbers are due
- Travel and parking costs
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Check diets in advance
- Include staff for canapés
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Serving boards and crockery.
- 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