Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Corhampton
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Corhampton: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Live tapas catering in Corhampton
About our tapas catering in Corhampton
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We cook albóndigas, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo, and we’re regularly asked to cater table tapas as a starter and engagement drinks.
Near Corhampton, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Room for a tapas table
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- An area to prepare hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Sangria and bar staff.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Corhampton stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Corhampton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we cook for in Corhampton
Big or small, tapas work.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Corhampton and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as Corhampton Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The deposit and payment dates
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Your questions about tapas catering in Corhampton
Is Corhampton too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Corhampton close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Is halal food available?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Do you cook inside?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many courses
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Corhampton, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Also near Corhampton
More for events in Corhampton
Corhampton: venues and local tips
Corhampton is about 7 miles north-west of Horndean, in Hampshire. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Corhampton. We cater in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Corhampton to Southampton (about 12 miles away).
Historic houses near Corhampton include Hinton Ampner House (4.4 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Anywhere in SO32, we can cook for your guests. Streets in the area include De Port Heights, Warnford Road and Millside, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Corhampton, we also cover Exton (1 mile north), Meonstoke (1 mile south), Brockbridge (1 mile south), Droxford (1 mile south) and Soberton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (12 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles south-east).
Open spaces near Corhampton include Beacon Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
- Local pubs include The Shoe Inn (under half a mile north)
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and typically vegetarian.
- 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