Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering for Cliddesden events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Cliddesden and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering for Cliddesden events
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Each dish is labelled.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Tapas catering in Cliddesden, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. Whether it’s work receptions and drinks parties and receptions, we can cook patatas bravas, tortilla española and Serrano ham and more.
Near Cliddesden, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Planning a tapas spread in Cliddesden
Cliddesden is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Cliddesden, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Cliddesden. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Cliddesden to Reading (about 15 miles away).
If you are looking at a historic venue around Cliddesden, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Historic houses near Cliddesden include The Vyne (4.8 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across RG25. Whether your event is on Station Road, Church Lane and Hoopersmead or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Viables (1 mile north), Eastrop (2 miles north), Ellisfield (2 miles south), Oakridge (2 miles north) and Upper Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Basing House (2.9 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Local schools include Brighton Hill Community School (1 mile north-west) and Coppice Spring School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Jolly Farmer Public House (under half a mile north-west)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Where we can cook in Cliddesden
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room for a tapas table
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
Your questions about tapas catering in Cliddesden
Can you cook in Hackwood Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Which station should guests use for Cliddesden?
The closest is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Also near Cliddesden
Other catering in Cliddesden
Why choose tapas catering in Cliddesden?
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Anniversary parties
- Evening grazing
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas and paella menus
Parks such as Hackwood Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and parking costs
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What happens if it rains
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Cliddesden
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Cliddesden is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
- 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