Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Ashley Heath
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Ashley Heath: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Engagement celebrations
- Work receptions
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering for Ashley Heath events
Tapas catering in Ashley Heath, cooked live
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Typical bookings include tapas before paella and sharing tapas starters, serving padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and Serrano ham.
For a party in a place like Ashley Heath, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to 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 everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
- How many guests are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Each dish is labelled.
Bar staff and sangria.
Towns and villages near Ashley Heath
Other catering in Ashley Heath
Ashley Heath questions
We are having a ceremony at All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Could we have live paella in Avon Heath Country Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Tapas for events in Ashley Heath
Ashley Heath is in Hampshire. Across the BH24 area, we can bring the pans to you. Ashley Heath is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 20 miles away.
A picnic in Avon Heath Country Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Ashley Heath is within about 7 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in BH24, we plan around your venue and your guests. Your event could be at a home on Woolsbridge Road, The Glade and Hill Way. Neighbouring places where we cater events include St Ives (1 mile east), St Leonards (1 mile south), Avon Castle (2 miles south-east) and Matchams (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Lymington (14 miles south-east), New Milton (10 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east), Ashley (10 miles south-east) and Milford on Sea (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find St Leonard's Hospital (1.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Ringwood Waldorf School (1.3 miles east) and Ringwood School (2.5 miles east)
Where we can cook in Ashley Heath
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Unloading access
- Permission from the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Ashley Heath until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:05pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, 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