Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Froxfield Green
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Froxfield Green.
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
Tapas catering near Froxfield Green
How our tapas catering works in Froxfield Green
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. For work receptions and receptions and drinks parties, we will put together a menu of Serrano ham, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
Near Froxfield Green, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- We cover Froxfield Green and the whole of Hampshire
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Staff to serve canapés.
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Other catering in Froxfield Green
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
What affects the price in Froxfield Green
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether you need crockery
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many guests are eating
- Parking and unloading
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Froxfield Green? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Froxfield Green: venues and local tips
Froxfield Green is about 3 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Anywhere in GU32, we will come to your venue or garden. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter on the Green. Historic buildings near Froxfield Green often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Froxfield Green, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in GU32, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Froxfield Green, we also cover High Cross (1 mile north-east), Langrish (1 mile south), Stroud (2 miles south-east), Steep (2 miles east) and Steep Marsh (3 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles west), Havant (11 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (8 miles south), Alton (9 miles north) and Hedge End (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Bear Museum (3.1 miles south-east) and Petersfield Community Hospital (2.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Froxfield Green includes Shutts Copse and Pidham Hill.
How it works
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Froxfield Green stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send 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 pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Froxfield Green questions
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Which station should guests use for Froxfield Green?
Petersfield station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you cover Froxfield Green?
Yes, we do. Froxfield Green is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
- 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