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Tapas & canapé catering in Walliswood, Surrey
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Walliswood: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Walliswood
Tapas catering in Walliswood, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and albóndigas, and we are regularly asked to cater birthday drinks and welcome-drink canapés.
For a country party near Walliswood, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Walliswood questions
Which station should guests use for Walliswood?
The closest is Ockley station, roughly 3.1 miles away.
Is Walliswood close to London?
About 29 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Drinks receptions around Walliswood
Walliswood is about 6 miles north-west of Horsham, in Surrey. For tapas catering in Walliswood, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Walliswood is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Ockley station, about 3.1 miles north-east. Parks such as Wallis Wood have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Walliswood is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in RH5 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on Horsham Road, Standon Lane and Oakfields or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover events in Mayes Green (1 mile north), Ewhurst Green (2 miles north-west), Ellen's Green (2 miles south-west), Ewhurst (2 miles north-west) and Cranleigh (4 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles north-west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north), Horley (11 miles east), Redhill (12 miles north-east) and Reigate (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (4.8 miles north) and Horsham Hospital (5.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Walliswood includes Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Scarlett Arms Public House (within half a mile south-west)
How we price tapas catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Walliswood, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. Sunset in Walliswood is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell 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 pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Nearby places to Walliswood
What else we do in Walliswood
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
- 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