Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Hill Head, Hampshire
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hill Head and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering near Hill Head
About our tapas catering in Hill Head
The best spreads mix hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Typical bookings include sharing boards for evening guests and office parties and launches, with padrón peppers, albóndigas and croquetas.
Near Hill Head, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Events we cater in Hill Head
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Hill Head:
- Birthday drinks
- Engagement parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Guests travelling by rail: Fareham station is about 2.9 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- The wet-weather plan
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
Planning a tapas spread in Hill Head
Hill Head is about 3 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Hill Head, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Hill Head to Southampton (10 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Holy Rood Church. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hill Head, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
For tapas catering in PO14, we plan around your venue and timings. Your event could be at a home on Elsfred Road, Osborne View Road and Cottes Way or the roads around them. Other places close to Hill Head for tapas catering include Stubbington (1 mile north-east), Little Posbrook (1 mile north-west), Titchfield (2 miles north), Catisfield (2 miles north) and Heathfield (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Gosport (4 miles east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north-east), Horndean (11 miles north-east) and Totton (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Carron Row Farm Museum (2.8 miles north) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include Stubbington House School (0.8 miles north-east) and Crofton School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Osborne View pub (within half a mile south-west)
Places near Hill Head
More for events in Hill Head
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Include staff for canapés
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Sunset in Hill Head is around 9:20pm 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 arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Hill Head, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Hill Head
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Questions from Hill Head
Which station should guests use for Hill Head?
Fareham station, about 2.9 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you cook near the sea around Hill Head?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
Should we have more than one paella?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
How we price tapas catering
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Anything your venue supplies
- The address or venue name
- Which courses you have in mind
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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