Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Hurstbourne Priors
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Hurstbourne Priors.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering near Hurstbourne Priors
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Unloading access
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
About our tapas catering in Hurstbourne Priors
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Popular choices include Serrano ham, albóndigas and croquetas, and we’re frequently booked for tapas starters and evening sharing boards.
Near Hurstbourne Priors, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Tapas for events in Hurstbourne Priors
Hurstbourne Priors is about 5 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Events in Hurstbourne Priors are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Hurstbourne Priors is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 20 miles away.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hurstbourne Priors, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
For tapas catering in RG28, we plan around your venue and your guests. Close by, we cover events in Firgo (2 miles south-east), Whitchurch (2 miles north-east), Wells-in-the-Field (3 miles north-east), St Mary Bourne (3 miles north) and Freefolk (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles east), Winchester (11 miles south), Andover (5 miles west), Tadley (14 miles north-east), Hyde (10 miles south) and Popley (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.4 miles west). Not far away are Anton Lakes.
- Local pubs include The Cricketers Inn (1 mile south)
Nearby places to Hurstbourne Priors
What else we do in Hurstbourne Priors
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Hurstbourne Priors is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Events we cater in Hurstbourne Priors
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening sharing boards
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas before paella
Guests travelling by rail: Whitchurch (Hampshire) station is about 2.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
- How long the team stays
- How late numbers can change
Paella compared with other options
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- We cover Hurstbourne Priors and the whole of Hampshire
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Collect dietary needs
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Add sangria or cava
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Hurstbourne Priors: your questions answered
Is Hurstbourne Priors too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Hurstbourne Priors close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you cover Hurstbourne Priors?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Hurstbourne Priors. For a quote, use our quote form.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
- 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