Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Golden Pot
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Golden Pot. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas before paella
- Evening grazing
Book tapas catering in Golden Pot
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
About our tapas catering in Golden Pot
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. Popular choices include tortilla española, patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo, and we’re often booked for birthday drinks and table tapas as a starter.
For a country party near Golden Pot, tapas and sangria set the mood. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Common questions in Golden Pot
How far is Golden Pot from London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Golden Pot?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Who books tapas catering in Golden Pot?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Golden Pot, people book us for events such as:
- Tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Office parties and launches
For guests coming by train, Alton station is about 2.3 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The venue requirements
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Why choose live paella in Golden Pot?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria and bar staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
Planning a tapas spread in Golden Pot
Golden Pot is about 2 miles north of Alton, in Hampshire. Across the GU34 area, we can cook for your guests. Golden Pot is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 18 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Golden Pot, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Historic houses near Golden Pot include Hall Place (3.5 miles south-west) and Bentworth Hall (3.7 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
For tapas catering in GU34, we plan around your venue and timings. Other places close to Golden Pot for tapas catering include Holybourne (2 miles south-east), Alton (2 miles south), Neatham (2 miles south-east), Upper Froyle (3 miles east) and Froyle (3 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (8 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles north-east), Petersfield (13 miles south) and Yateley (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Gliding Heritage Centre (1.6 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3 miles south). Open spaces near Golden Pot include Holybourne Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Pot pub (within half a mile north-west)
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- Your date and when you want to eat
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
The process
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Golden Pot is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Golden Pot
More for events in Golden Pot
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Include staff for canapés
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
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