Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Ampfield, Hampshire
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Ampfield and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering for Ampfield events
How our tapas catering works in Ampfield
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We are frequently asked to cater receptions and drinks parties and tapas and paella menus, with albóndigas, croquetas and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Ampfield, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Ampfield: venues and local tips
Ampfield is about 2 miles north-west of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Ampfield. We cater in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2.5 miles south-east. Historic buildings near Ampfield often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Morleys Green, Green Pond Lane and Lower Farm Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Ampfield sits on or near the A3090, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Ampfield, we also cover Gosport (1 mile south-west), Knapp (1 mile north-east), Broadgate (1 mile east), Crampmoor (1 mile west) and Lower Slackstead (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (5 miles south-east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (7 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find King Johns House (3.3 miles west) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Local schools include The Mountbatten School (2.4 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find White Horse Public House (within half a mile south-west)
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Label seafood clearly
Table tapas are set down to share.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Towns and villages near Ampfield
Also in Ampfield
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Your questions about tapas catering in Ampfield
Which station should guests use for Ampfield?
Chandlers Ford station, about 2.5 miles south-east of the centre.
How far is Ampfield from London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Are the tapas served hot?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Live paella or other catering?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Ampfield
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Fast service from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ampfield
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
How it works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Ampfield is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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