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Tapas Catering in Upper Eashing
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Upper Eashing and Surrey, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
Planning an event in Upper Eashing?
About our tapas catering in Upper Eashing
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We are often asked to cater evening grazing and drinks reception canapés, serving tortilla española, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
Near Upper Eashing, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Upper Eashing: venues and local tips
Upper Eashing is about 5 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Upper Eashing, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Godalming station, about 1.1 miles east. Historic buildings near Upper Eashing frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Upper Eashing is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in GU7, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Eashing Lane and Lower Eashing or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Lower Eashing (1 mile north-west), Aaron's Hill (1 mile east), Norney (1 mile north-west), Milford (1 mile south) and Peper Harow (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (5 miles north-east), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (7 miles west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Milford Hospital (1.4 miles south-east) and Guildford Castle (4.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
- Local schools include St Hilary's School (1.1 miles east) and Godalming College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Stag on the River pub (within half a mile west)
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
- Starters, canapés and desserts
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.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Roughly how many adults and children
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Upper Eashing
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
In Upper Eashing and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mark's Church and Community Centre.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
- Space, access and power needs
FAQs for Upper Eashing
Is Upper Eashing 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.
Which station should guests use for Upper Eashing?
Godalming station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cook inside?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you cater in Upper Eashing?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Upper Eashing is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
Each dish is labelled.
Sangria and bar staff.
Places near Upper Eashing
More for events in Upper Eashing
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why us?
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space for a serving table or station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Upper Eashing is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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- 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