Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Little Somborne, Hampshire
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Little Somborne.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering for Little Somborne events
Step by step
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it is light in Little Somborne until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- Tell 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
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
Tapas catering in Little Somborne, cooked live
The best spreads mix hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for birthday drinks and tapas with a paella main course.
In a rural spot like Little Somborne, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How long we are needed on site
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The courses you’d like
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Little Somborne: your questions answered
Is Little Somborne too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at All Saints Church?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Receptions and parties in Little Somborne
Little Somborne is about 6 miles west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Little Somborne and nearby villages. Little Somborne is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Little Somborne to Southampton (12 miles away).
Here we cover the SO20 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Chalk Hill and Somborne Park Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Little Somborne for tapas catering include Up Somborne (1 mile east), Ashley (1 mile south), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (5 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (6 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (8 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Royal Hampshire County Hospital (5.6 miles east).
Towns and villages near Little Somborne
Also in Little Somborne
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, frequently with alioli.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Why choose tapas catering in Little Somborne?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Little Somborne book us for events such as:
- Engagement parties
- Tapas before paella
- Evening grazing
- Birthday and anniversary parties
After a ceremony at a church such as All Saints Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Collect dietary needs
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Why choose live paella in Little Somborne?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- 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