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Tapas Catering in Shellwood Cross
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Shellwood Cross: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Live tapas catering in Shellwood Cross
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Tapas catering for your event in Shellwood Cross
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Typical bookings include cocktail parties and sharing tapas starters, with albóndigas, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo.
Near Shellwood Cross, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- The length of service
- The number of people
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Drinks receptions around Shellwood Cross
Shellwood Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Shellwood Cross, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Shellwood Cross is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Historic buildings near Shellwood Cross frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Guests travelling by rail: Holmwood station is about 2.5 miles away. Shellwood Cross is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in RH2, we can cook for your guests. We also cook at events in Parkgate (1 mile south), Nalderswood (1 mile east), Newdigate (2 miles south), Norwood Hill (2 miles south-east) and Cudworth (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (5 miles north-east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Reigate Priory Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Shellwood Cross is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Live paella or other catering?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Shellwood Cross hosts choose us
- Drinks service on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Events in Shellwood Cross and across Surrey
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Also near Shellwood Cross
Other catering in Shellwood Cross
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Include staff for canapés
- Check diets in advance
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Why choose tapas catering in Shellwood Cross?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Shellwood Cross book us for events such as:
- Tapas before paella
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
Your questions about tapas catering in Shellwood Cross
Could we have live paella in Newdigate Brickworks?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Is Shellwood Cross too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
- 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