Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Kempshott, Hampshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Kempshott: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Evening grazing
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Kempshott events
How our tapas catering works in Kempshott
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. For tapas before paella and sharing tapas starters, we can cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Serrano ham and more.
For a party in a place like Kempshott, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Receptions and parties in Kempshott
Kempshott is about 2 miles south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Across the RG22 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Basingstoke station is about 2.8 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as Saint Mark's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Anywhere in RG22 and RG23, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Roman Road, Aster Road and Osprey Road or the roads around them. For events just outside Kempshott, we cover Buckskin (1 mile north), Hatch Warren (1 mile south-east), Worting (1 mile north), Brighton Hill (1 mile east) and South Ham (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (15 miles south-west), Fleet (13 miles east), Andover (15 miles west), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (15 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
A little further out are Willis Museum (2.6 miles north-east) and The Malls (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Kempshott include Daneshill Park Woods and Farleigh Hill.
- Schools near Kempshott include Coppice Spring School (0.9 miles east) and Brighton Hill Community School (1.1 miles east)
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Check diets in advance
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Add a live paella main.
Who books tapas catering in Kempshott?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas before paella
- Anniversary parties
Historic houses near Kempshott include The Vyne (4.9 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
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What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Unloading access
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Kempshott
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
FAQs for Kempshott
Which station should guests use for Kempshott?
The closest is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Is Kempshott close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come to Kempshott?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Kempshott and the rest of Hampshire. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Kempshott 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 hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Fast service from the pan
- We cover Kempshott and the whole of Hampshire
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
For event organisers in Kempshott
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
- 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