Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Godshill, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Godshill.
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Book tapas catering in Godshill
Tapas catering in Godshill, cooked live
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Whether it’s engagement celebrations and welcome-drink canapés, we will put together a menu of padrón peppers, albóndigas and tortilla española and more.
For a country party near Godshill, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Godshill
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Catering across Hampshire, including Godshill
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell normally draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Godshill has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:05pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Collect dietary needs
- Ask for labels on each dish
Afterwards, we clear away.
Staff to serve canapés.
Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Nearby places to Godshill
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Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
Events we cater in Godshill
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Whatever you are celebrating in Godshill, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Work receptions
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
- Welcome-drink canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as St Giles, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- The wet-weather plan
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel and parking costs
- How each diet is kept separate
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tapas for events in Godshill
Godshill is in Hampshire. Events in Godshill are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Historic buildings near Godshill frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Nearby historic houses include Breamore House (2.9 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Godshill is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over SP6 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Purlieu Lane, Southampton Road and Roger Penny Way or the roads around them. Other places close to Godshill for tapas catering include Sandy Balls (1 mile south-west), Criddlestyle (1 mile south-west), Blissford (1 mile south), Frogham (1 mile south) and Stuckton (1 mile south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (15 miles south-east), Romsey (12 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south), Ringwood (6 miles south) and Barton on Sea (14 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Godshill Castle Hill (0.9 miles north-west) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.7 miles west). Not far away are Blashford Lakes.
- Pubs nearby include The Fighting Cocks pub (under half a mile south)
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
- Whether you need crockery
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Godshill
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Giles?
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.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to serve.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
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.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
- 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