Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Farringdon, Hampshire
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Farringdon.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering near Farringdon
Tapas catering in Farringdon, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. For anniversary parties and sharing tapas starters, we can cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and tortilla española.
Near Farringdon, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space on each table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
Drinks receptions around Farringdon
Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. From the centre of Farringdon to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Farringdon is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Farringdon to Guildford (20 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints. Historic buildings near Farringdon frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Farringdon, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in GU34, we plan around your venue. We can cater an event on streets such as Hall Lane, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane. Other places close to Farringdon for tapas catering include Upper Farringdon (1 mile north-east), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find The Romany Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north). The countryside around Farringdon includes Selborne Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Rose and Crown Inn (less than half a mile east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Step by step
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Farringdon has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
FAQs for Farringdon
Do you come out to small places like Farringdon?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Farringdon for guests?
The closest is Alton station, roughly 3 miles away.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Guest numbers
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Timings and hours
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Farringdon
What else we do in Farringdon
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and normally 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