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Tapas Catering for South Merstham events
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in South Merstham.
- Tapas before paella
- Cocktail parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering near South Merstham
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. A summer drinks reception in South Merstham 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.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
How our tapas catering works in South Merstham
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Whether it is engagement parties and work receptions, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and albóndigas and more.
For a party in a place like South Merstham, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Label seafood clearly
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Staff to serve canapés.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in South Merstham? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Occasions we cook for in South Merstham
They work for any size of event.
Whatever you are celebrating in South Merstham, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement parties
- Launches and office parties
Guests travelling by rail: South Merstham has its own station, Merstham station.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deposit and payment dates
- How each diet is kept separate
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in South Merstham
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in South Merstham and across Surrey
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Questions from South Merstham
Can you cater a reception after a service at 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. Send us the reception address.
Could we have live paella in Nutfield Marshes?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
How much does tapas catering cost in South Merstham?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Drinks receptions around South Merstham
South Merstham is about 2 miles north-east of Redhill, in Surrey. From the centre of South Merstham to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cover 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 17 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around South Merstham, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. A picnic in Nutfield Marshes? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. South Merstham is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
For tapas catering in RH1, we plan around your venue and timings. We can cater an event on streets such as Station Road South, London Road South and Station Road. For events just outside South Merstham, we cover Merstham (1 mile north), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-west), Gatton (1 mile west), Nutfield (2 miles south-east) and Redhill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles south-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west) and Caterham (3 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Bletchingley Castle (2.3 miles south-east) and The Belfry (1.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
- Schools near South Merstham include Merstham Park School (under half a mile south-east) and East Surrey College (0.8 miles south-west)
What affects the price in South Merstham
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
Planning tapas catering in South Merstham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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