Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Littleton, Hampshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Littleton and the surrounding area.
- Engagement parties
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas before paella
Tapas catering for Littleton events
About our tapas catering in Littleton
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. Whether it’s canapés with welcome drinks and evening sharing boards, we can cook gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and tortilla española for your guests.
In a rural spot like Littleton, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Littleton is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send 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.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Littleton? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Parking and unloading
- The length of service
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many guests are eating
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- Where the event is
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 use our quote form.
Nearby places to Littleton
Also in Littleton
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why Littleton hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A quote that spells everything out
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Occasions we cook for in Littleton
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Littleton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement parties
- Tapas before paella
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
If you are looking at a historic venue around Littleton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and parking costs
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Planning a tapas spread in Littleton
Littleton is about 2 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Littleton. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Littleton to Southampton (about 12 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Catherine, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Winchester station is about 1.9 miles away.
Anywhere in SO22, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Rutledge Drive, Fyfield Way and Hilden Way; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Littleton for tapas catering include Harestock (1 mile south-east), Weeke (1 mile south-east), Sparsholt (1 mile south-west), Westley (2 miles west) and Abbotts Barton (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (10 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south), Hedge End (12 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Schools near Littleton include Henry Beaufort School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Running Horse pub (within half a mile north-west)
Littleton questions
Is Littleton close to London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London.
Which station should guests use for Littleton?
The closest is Winchester station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
- 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