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Tapas Catering in Chalton
Looking for tapas catering in Chalton? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Work receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Tapas catering near Chalton
Tapas catering in Chalton, made fresh on the day
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they’re served at their best. We’re frequently asked to cater evening grazing and engagement celebrations, with Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo.
Near Chalton, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Common questions in Chalton
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Michael: 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 Ditcham Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Tapas for events in Chalton
Chalton is about 3 miles north-east of Horndean, in Hampshire. Across the PO8 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 19 miles away.
Historic houses near Chalton include Uppark (3.2 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Chalton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Chalton, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the PO8 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Blendworth (2 miles south-west), Buriton (3 miles north), Forestside (3 miles south-east), West Marden (3 miles south-east) and Weston (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Gosport (12 miles south-west), Havant (5 miles south), Fareham (12 miles south-west), Horndean (3 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles north) and Hedge End (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Clanfield Earthwork (1.2 miles north-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.7 miles north). Not far away are Windmill Hill.
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Events we cater in Chalton
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Michael.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each dish
- How long the team stays
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Nearby places to Chalton
More for events in Chalton
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Check diets in advance
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. At midsummer, it’s light in Chalton until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; 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.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
- 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