Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Hawkley, Hampshire
Planning tapas catering in Hawkley? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
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Drinks receptions around Hawkley
Hawkley is about 4 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Hawkley, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Hawkley is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul. Historic buildings near Hawkley frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Hawkley, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in GU33, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater events in Lower Green (1 mile north), Oakshott (1 mile south-west), Empshott (2 miles north), Steep Marsh (2 miles south) and Steep (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Havant (14 miles south), Horndean (11 miles south), Aldershot (15 miles north-east), Alton (7 miles north), Waterlooville (13 miles south) and Petersfield (4 miles south).
A little further out are The Romany Museum (2.7 miles north) and Petersfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles south). Open spaces near Hawkley include Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
- Local pubs include Hawkley Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Tapas catering in Hawkley, made fresh on the day
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Hawkley. We are often asked to cater anniversary parties and tapas with a paella main course, with padrón peppers, patatas bravas and Serrano ham.
Near Hawkley, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Your questions about tapas catering in Hawkley
Is Hawkley close to London?
About 48 miles from central London.
Is Hawkley too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
Nearby places to Hawkley
Also in Hawkley
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- We cover Hawkley and the whole of Hampshire
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
- The length of service
- Your choice of paellas
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
What we need at the venue
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space for a serving table or station
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hawkley
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
Who books tapas catering in Hawkley?
Tapas get people talking.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Hawkley, people book us for events such as:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Guests travelling by rail: Liss station is about 2.1 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Hawkley is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
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.
Planning help
- 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