Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Hangersley
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Hangersley.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement drinks
Planning an event in Hangersley?
Tapas catering in Hangersley, cooked live
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. Typical bookings include launches and office parties and engagement celebrations, serving gambas al ajillo, tortilla española and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Hangersley, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Diets and allergies you know about
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Hangersley? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
- Permission from the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
More for events in Hangersley
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against 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.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Planning a tapas spread in Hangersley
Hangersley is in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Hangersley or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Avon Tyrrell House (4.1 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Hangersley, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the BH24 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include St Aubyns Lane and Cowpitts Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Hangersley for tapas catering include Shobley (1 mile east), Highwood (1 mile north), Forest Corner (1 mile south-east), Foulford (1 mile south-east) and Poulner (1 mile south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find St Leonard's Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hangersley include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Schools near Hangersley include Ringwood School Academy (1.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The London Tavern (0.8 miles south-west)
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
FAQs for Hangersley
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest 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.
Is Hangersley too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Perfect for your event in Hangersley
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How bad weather is handled
- If the price includes VAT
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Hangersley has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:05pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Add sangria or cava
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Follow tapas with a live 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