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Tapas Catering for Tyler's Green events
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Tyler's Green.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Launches and office parties
Live tapas catering in Tyler's Green
Tyler's Green: your questions answered
How far is Tyler's Green from London?
About 17 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Tyler's Green?
Caterham station, about 1.9 miles north of the centre.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Tapas catering in Tyler's Green, made fresh on the day
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We cook patatas bravas, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo, and we’re frequently booked for welcome-drink canapés and receptions and drinks parties.
Near Tyler's Green, 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.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Space on each table
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
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What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
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.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Label seafood clearly
- Add sangria or cava
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Why choose live paella in Tyler's Green?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Drinks service on request
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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 at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Step by step
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Tyler's Green is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
Drinks receptions around Tyler's Green
Tyler's Green is about 2 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Give us the address of your event in Tyler's Green, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Tyler's Green is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 17 miles away.
Historic houses near Tyler's Green include Titsey Place (3.9 miles north-east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Nicholas.
This part of Surrey takes in RH9, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Selbourne Square, Godstone Hill and Bakers Mead; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Being close to the B2235, Tyler's Green is easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover events in Godstone (1 mile south), Church Town (1 mile south-east), Tandridge (2 miles south-east), Bletchingley (2 miles south-west) and Caterham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (10 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south-west), Redhill (5 miles west), Ewell (11 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles west) and Dorking (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Caterham Dene Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and East Surrey Museum (1.9 miles north). Open spaces near Tyler's Green include Bay Pond and Nore Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Hare And Hounds Public House (0.5 miles south)
For event organisers in Tyler's Green
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Events we cater in Tyler's Green
They work for any size of event.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Tyler's Green and Surrey:
- Launches and office parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Caterham station, about 1.9 miles north.
What your quote should include
- How long the team stays
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The wet-weather plan
- Payment terms and deposit
- 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