Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Headley Down, Hampshire
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Headley Down.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering for Headley Down events
About our tapas catering in Headley Down
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We cook albóndigas, padrón peppers and croquetas, and typical bookings are for drinks reception canapés and tapas with a paella main course.
In Headley Down, tapas work at home or in a local hall. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Evening receptions in Headley Down stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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Tapas for events in Headley Down
Headley Down is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Anywhere in GU35, we can cook for your guests. Headley Down is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 13 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of All Saints, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Headley Down is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in GU35, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Wilsons Road, Ludshott Grove and Fairview Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Main roads around Headley Down include the B3002, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. Nearby, we also cater events in Arford (1 mile west), Headley (1 mile west), Wishanger Common (2 miles north), Standford (2 miles south-west) and Lindford (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (8 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Chase Community Hospital (2.8 miles west). Open spaces near Headley Down include Gibbet Hill and Deadwater Valley.
- Nearby schools include Mill Chase Academy (2.2 miles west)
Why choose tapas catering in Headley Down?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Headley Down and Hampshire:
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
Guests travelling by rail: Liphook station is about 3.4 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
- How long we’re needed on site
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
What else we do in Headley Down
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Why choose live paella in Headley Down?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- A clear, itemised quote
- Catering across Hampshire, including Headley Down
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Headley Down? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Headley Down: your questions answered
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What’s the nearest station to Headley Down for guests?
The closest is Liphook station, roughly 3.4 miles away.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it’s cooked separately.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
- 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