Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Longstock
Planning tapas catering in Longstock? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering for Longstock events
Tapas catering for your event in Longstock
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Typical bookings include sharing tapas starters and canapés with welcome drinks, with croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers.
Near Longstock, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Events we cater in Longstock
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
- Drinks reception canapés
A picnic in Longstock Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What your quote should include
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether VAT is included
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across Hampshire, including Longstock
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Drinks receptions around Longstock
Longstock is about 5 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. From the centre of Longstock to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Longstock to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
We cook at events all over SO20. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Leckford (1 mile east), Stockbridge (1 mile south), Fullerton (2 miles north-east), Cottonworth (2 miles north-east) and Chilbolton (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles north), Totton (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-east) and Romsey (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.8 miles north). The countryside around Longstock includes Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Peat Spade Public House (within half a mile east)
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Label seafood clearly
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Staff to serve canapés.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Places near Longstock
More for events in Longstock
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Longstock is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where the event is
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Longstock: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Longstock?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Could we have live paella in Longstock Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
- 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