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Tapas & canapé catering in Kimbridge, Hampshire
Looking for tapas catering in Kimbridge? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering in Kimbridge
Tapas catering in Kimbridge, cooked live
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. Whether it’s launches and office parties and welcome-drink canapés, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, padrón peppers and tortilla española and more.
Near Kimbridge, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Planning a tapas spread in Kimbridge
Kimbridge is about 3 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Kimbridge, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Kimbridge. We cook in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Historic buildings near Kimbridge often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
We cook at events all over SO51. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Dunbridge (1 mile north-west), Mottisfont (1 mile north), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-east), Michelmersh (1 mile east) and Timsbury (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find King Johns House (3 miles south-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (3.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Kimbridge include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House (less than half a mile east)
Towns and villages near Kimbridge
Other catering in Kimbridge
Common questions in Kimbridge
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Kimbridge too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you cater in Kimbridge?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Kimbridge is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Parking near the venue
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
Who books tapas catering in Kimbridge?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Kimbridge, people book us for events such as:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 0.8 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Kimbridge hosts choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria and bar staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Evening receptions in Kimbridge stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Kimbridge
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we are needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
- Your choice of paellas
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
- 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