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Tapas & canapé catering in Watchmoor, Surrey
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Watchmoor. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
- Work receptions
Tapas catering near Watchmoor
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Tapas catering in Watchmoor, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. For sharing tapas starters and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of tortilla española, croquetas and Serrano ham for your guests.
Tapas make a party in Watchmoor easy and sociable. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Receptions and parties in Watchmoor
Watchmoor is about 2 miles north-west of Frimley, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Watchmoor or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cover 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 10 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Blackwater station is about 0.8 miles away. Parks such as Tekels Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
For tapas catering in GU15, GU17 and GU14, we plan around your venue and timings. Your event could be at a home on Lea Road, Wood Road and Vale Road or the roads around them. With the A331 close by, Watchmoor is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Watchmoor for tapas catering include Hawley (1 mile west), York Town (1 mile north), College Town (1 mile north-west), Blackwater (1 mile north-west) and Frimley (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles south-east), Woking (8 miles east), Farnham (8 miles south), Egham (12 miles north-east), Staines-upon-Thames (13 miles north-east) and Weybridge (14 miles east).
A little further out are Frimley Park Hospital (1 mile east) and Staff College Museum (1.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Wildmoor Heath and Ball Hill.
- Schools near Watchmoor include Kings International College (0.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find Mr Bumble pub (0.8 miles north-west)
- Other local spots include Royal Military Academy Library (1.3 miles north)
Towns and villages near Watchmoor
Other catering in Watchmoor
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
For event organisers in Watchmoor
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Organising a club, school or community event in Watchmoor? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Your questions about tapas catering in Watchmoor
Could we have live paella in Tekels Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Which station should guests use for Watchmoor?
Blackwater station, about 0.8 miles north-west of the centre.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Events we cater in Watchmoor
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Watchmoor and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
Historic buildings near Watchmoor frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Who provides the crockery
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The wet-weather plan
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Where we can cook in Watchmoor
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room for a tapas table
- Permission from the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in Watchmoor has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Watchmoor? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Watchmoor
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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