Surrey · England
Tapas Catering for Runfold events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Runfold and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Cocktail parties
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
Live tapas catering in Runfold
Tapas catering in Runfold, made fresh on the day
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Typical bookings include tapas before paella and anniversary parties, serving gambas al ajillo, croquetas and tortilla española.
Near Runfold, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space on each table
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests typically gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Runfold has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Add a live paella main.
Receptions and parties in Runfold
Runfold is about 2 miles east of Farnham, in Surrey. Give us the address of your event in Runfold, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Runfold is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our events stretch from Runfold to Guildford (8 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as The Church of the Good Shepherd, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Farnham station is about 1.7 miles away. Runfold is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in GU10 and GU9, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Greenacres, Crooksbury Road and Compton Way, and we can cook for an event on any of them. We also cook at events in Compton (1 mile west), The Sands (1 mile east), Sandy Cross (1 mile north-east), Badshot Lea (1 mile north) and Seale (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (8 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Farnham Castle (2.2 miles west) and Museum of Farnham (2.2 miles west). Not far away are Culverswell Hill and Aunt's Pool.
- Other local spots include Seale and Tongham (1.4 miles north-east)
Also near Runfold
More for events in Runfold
Perfect for your event in Runfold
Big or small, tapas work.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement celebrations
Historic houses near Runfold include Farnham Castle (2.2 miles west) and Wanborough Manor (4.2 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- Whether VAT is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Runfold hosts choose us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Events in Runfold and across Surrey
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Common questions in Runfold
What’s the nearest station to Runfold for guests?
The closest is Farnham station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Could we have live paella in Crooksbury Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
- 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