Surrey · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Rushmoor, Surrey
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Rushmoor: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing tapas starters
Live tapas catering in Rushmoor
Tapas for events in Rushmoor
Rushmoor is about 4 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. From the centre of Rushmoor to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Rushmoor is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 10 miles away.
Historic buildings near Rushmoor frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. A picnic in The Flashes? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Rushmoor, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in GU10, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Sandy Lane, Lowicks Road and Tilford Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Rushmoor, we also cover Tilford Common (1 mile north), Pitch Place (1 mile south-east), Crosswater (1 mile south-west), Thursley (2 miles east) and Green Cross (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles north-east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (12 miles north), Farnham (4 miles north-west), Frimley (11 miles north) and Haslemere (5 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Farnham Castle (4.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Gibbet Hill and Upper Lake.
- Nearby, you will find Bel And The Dragon-Churt pub (0.9 miles south)
Tapas catering for your event in Rushmoor
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We cook croquetas, tortilla española and padrón peppers, and we’re regularly asked to cater tapas and paella menus and engagement drinks.
Near Rushmoor, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
How we price tapas catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
- Waiting and bar staff
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- We cover Rushmoor and the whole of Surrey
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
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 while the paella cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Rushmoor until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Add sangria or cava
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Occasions we cook for in Rushmoor
They work for any size of event.
In Rushmoor and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Guests travelling by rail: Farnham station is about 4.2 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Rushmoor
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
FAQs for Rushmoor
Could we have live paella in The Flashes?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Nearby places to Rushmoor
More for events in Rushmoor
- 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