Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering for Andwell events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Andwell: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Office parties and launches
Planning an event in Andwell?
About our tapas catering in Andwell
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Typical bookings include birthday drinks and table tapas as a starter, with gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and tortilla española.
Near Andwell, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why Andwell hosts choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- We cover Andwell and the whole of Hampshire
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
FAQs for Andwell
Is Andwell close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Andwell?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
The process
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Andwell has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Send us the date, your venue or RG25 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Spanish desserts to finish.
For event organisers in Andwell
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What affects the price in Andwell
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- Parking and unloading
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Why choose tapas catering in Andwell?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Andwell and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as St Swithun's church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
Andwell: venues and local tips
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. Across the RG25 area, we can cook for your guests. Andwell is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Andwell to Reading (about 13 miles away).
Historic buildings near Andwell frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. For guests coming by train, Hook station is about 2.4 miles away.
Wherever your event is in RG25, RG27 and RG24, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Greywell Road and Canal Reach. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Not far away are Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
Places near Andwell
Other catering in Andwell
- 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