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Tapas & canapé catering in Crockerhill, Hampshire
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Crockerhill and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
Tapas catering in Crockerhill
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Tapas catering in Crockerhill, cooked live
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Whether it is canapés with welcome drinks and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, croquetas and Serrano ham and more.
For a country party near Crockerhill, tapas and sangria set the mood. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Crockerhill hosts choose us
- Events in Crockerhill and across Hampshire
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
Crockerhill: venues and local tips
Crockerhill is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Crockerhill, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Crockerhill is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: Fareham station is about 2.1 miles away. With the sea within about 6 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cook at events all over the PO17 postcode area and the streets around it. We also cook at events in Welborne (1 mile west), Wickham Common (1 mile north-east), North Fareham (1 mile south), Hundred Acres (2 miles north-east) and North Boarhunt (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles east) and Totton (14 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Knowle Hospital (1 mile west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (2.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Crockerhill include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space on each table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Crockerhill
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Evening receptions in Crockerhill stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Crockerhill? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What affects the price in Crockerhill
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Common questions in Crockerhill
How far is Crockerhill from London?
Roughly 63 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How many different paellas?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
- 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