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Tapas & canapé catering in West Bedfont, Surrey
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 West Bedfont.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening sharing boards
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering in West Bedfont
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
Tapas catering in West Bedfont, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Typical bookings include office parties and launches and drinks parties and receptions, with padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and croquetas.
Near West Bedfont, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
For event organisers in West Bedfont
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Organising a club, school or community event in West Bedfont? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Why choose live paella in West Bedfont?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. 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.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
How the day works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer drinks reception in West Bedfont has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Add sangria or cava
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Why choose tapas catering in West Bedfont?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary.
What to look for in a quote
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Staff numbers and hours
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
Questions from West Bedfont
Is West Bedfont close to London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you cater in West Bedfont?
Yes, we do. West Bedfont is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Planning a tapas spread in West Bedfont
West Bedfont is about 1 mile north of Ashford, in Surrey. For tapas catering in West Bedfont, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around West Bedfont. We cater in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 15 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Heathrow Terminal 4 Rail station is about 1 mile away. If you are looking at a historic venue around West Bedfont, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
We cater events across TW19 and TW6 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Short Lane, The Nightingales and Long Lane. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Stanwell (1 mile west), Bedfont (1 mile east), Heathrow (1 mile north-east), Ashford (1 mile south) and Ashford Common (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (15 miles south), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (11 miles south-east) and Egham (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Spelthorne Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Ashford Hospital (0.7 miles south). Open spaces near West Bedfont include Staines Reservoirs and Crane Meadows.
- Schools near West Bedfont include Thomas Knyvett College (0.8 miles south) and Spelthorne College (1.1 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Swan Public House (0.8 miles north-west)
Other catering in West Bedfont
- 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