Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Foulford
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Foulford and across Hampshire.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering near Foulford
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Tapas catering in Foulford, made fresh on the day
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. We are often asked to cater evening grazing and table tapas as a starter, serving albóndigas, patatas bravas and Serrano ham.
Near Foulford, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Foulford is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or BH24 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
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Also near Foulford
What else we do in Foulford
Tapas for events in Foulford
Foulford is in Hampshire. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Foulford and the surrounding area. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Foulford is within about 3 miles of the New Forest National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in BH24 is planned around your venue and timings. Close by, we cover events in Forest Corner (1 mile north-west), Shobley (1 mile north), Hangersley (1 mile north-west), Hightown (1 mile south-west) and Poulner (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Totton (11 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (7 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find St Leonard's Hospital (5.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Foulford includes Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space for a serving table or station
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
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.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Events in Foulford and across Hampshire
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Occasions we cook for in Foulford
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Evening grazing
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas before paella
Nearby historic houses include Avon Tyrrell House (3.3 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Allergen information for each dish
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
FAQs for Foulford
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
We’re having a ceremony at St John the Baptist: can you cater afterwards?
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 generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Do you come to Foulford?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Foulford and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How many tapas per person?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
- 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