Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Foxcotte
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Foxcotte.
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Live tapas catering in Foxcotte
About our tapas catering in Foxcotte
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. On the menu are padrón peppers, albóndigas and croquetas, and typical bookings are for evening grazing and tapas with a paella main course.
In a rural spot like Foxcotte, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Foxcotte: your questions answered
Is Foxcotte too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Foxcotte?
Andover station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How many tapas per person?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Step by step
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Foxcotte stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Catering across Hampshire, including Foxcotte
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See How we price And The cost guide.
Planning the cooking area
We’ll be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
What affects the price in Foxcotte
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
- Waiting and bar staff
- How long we’re needed on site
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check diets in advance
- Include staff for canapés
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Afterwards, we clear away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Organising a club, school or community event in Foxcotte? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Foxcotte: venues and local tips
Foxcotte is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Foxcotte or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Foxcotte is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Thomas. Historic buildings near Foxcotte frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP10, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Foxcotte, we also cover Charlton (1 mile south-east), Penton Mewsey (1 mile west), Penton Grafton (1 mile west), Penton Corner (1 mile south-west) and Hatherden (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east), Stanmore (14 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (1.7 miles south-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Foxcotte include Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
- Schools near Foxcotte include Portway Infant School (1 mile south)
- Nearby, you will find White Hart Public House (0.9 miles west)
Who books tapas catering in Foxcotte?
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas before paella
Guests travelling by rail: Andover station is about 1.2 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- A clear list of what’s included
Nearby places to Foxcotte
Other catering in Foxcotte
- 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