Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Knowle, Hampshire
Planning tapas catering in Knowle? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering in Knowle
Tapas catering for your event in Knowle
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s birthday and anniversary parties and receptions and drinks parties, we will put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and padrón peppers and more.
Near Knowle, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Why choose live paella in Knowle?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A clear, itemised quote
- Drinks service on request
- Catering across Hampshire, including Knowle
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Nearby places to Knowle
More for events in Knowle
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Check diets in advance
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Afterwards, we clear away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Knowle: venues and local tips
Knowle is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. From the centre of Knowle to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Knowle is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Francis. For guests coming by train, Fareham station is about 2 miles away. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cater events across PO17. From Serotine Close, Boundary Walk and Park Approach or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Knowle for tapas catering include Funtley (1 mile south), Tapnage (1 mile north-west), Heathfield (2 miles south), Segensworth (2 miles west) and Titchfield Park (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles east) and Totton (13 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Portchester Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Knowle Hospital (under half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
- Schools near Knowle include The Henry Cort Community College (1.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Miners Arms (0.7 miles south)
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Guest numbers
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Travel, parking and access
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Planning tapas catering in Knowle? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Knowle: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Knowle?
Fareham station, about 2 miles south of the centre.
Is Knowle too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you cater in Knowle?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Knowle is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. Find your area.
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Why choose tapas catering in Knowle?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Knowle:
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Welcome-drink canapés
Historic buildings near Knowle frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- VAT, if it applies
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Sunset in Knowle is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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