Surrey · England
Tapas Catering in Sheerwater
Planning tapas catering in Sheerwater? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Launches and office parties
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement drinks
Book tapas catering in Sheerwater
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Sheerwater? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Venues often have their own rules about 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.
About our tapas catering in Sheerwater
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. We cook croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham, and we’re frequently booked for tapas starters and drinks parties and receptions.
Near Sheerwater, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Why choose tapas catering in Sheerwater?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
Historic houses near Sheerwater include Botleys Mansion (2.8 miles north) and Byfleet Manor (2.8 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- Space, access and power needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Also near Sheerwater
What else we do in Sheerwater
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Sheerwater has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. 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.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Read more
Drinks receptions around Sheerwater
Sheerwater is about 2 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. Across the GU21 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 6 miles away.
For guests coming by train, West Byfleet station is about 1.1 miles away. A picnic in White Rose Lane? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Here we cover the GU21 postcode area. Streets in the area include Dartmouth Avenue, Dartmouth Green and Pine Grove, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Sheerwater, we also cover Pyrford (1 mile south-east), Woodham (1 mile north-east), West Byfleet (1 mile east), Horsell (1 mile west) and Pyrford Village (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (6 miles south), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (14 miles south-west), Ewell (12 miles east) and Egham (7 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Woking Community Hospital (1.7 miles south-west) and The Hockey Museum (1.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Sheerwater includes Boldermere Lake and Papercourt Marshes.
- Local schools include The Bishop David Brown School (less than half a mile north-east) and The Bishop David Brown School (within half a mile north-east)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Sheerwater
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Your questions about tapas catering in Sheerwater
Is Sheerwater too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Sheerwater close to London?
Roughly 22 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Should we have more than one paella?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Space, weather and the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
What affects the price in Sheerwater
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
- The length of service
- The number of people
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
- 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