Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Lower Burgate, Hampshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Lower Burgate and across Hampshire.
- Engagement parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering in Lower Burgate
Tapas catering for your event in Lower Burgate
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. We’re frequently asked to cater evening sharing boards and cocktail parties, serving padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and croquetas.
Near Lower Burgate, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Lower Burgate hosts choose us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Events in Lower Burgate and across Hampshire
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Who books tapas catering in Lower Burgate?
Tapas are sociable food.
Whatever you are celebrating in Lower Burgate, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before booking anyone
- Who provides the crockery
- The deadline for final numbers
- The wet-weather plan
- When payment is due
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s 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.
FAQs for Lower Burgate
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Lower Burgate?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Lower Burgate
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
Planning a tapas spread in Lower Burgate
Lower Burgate is in Hampshire. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Lower Burgate and nearby villages. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Breamore House (2.2 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you are looking at a historic venue around Lower Burgate, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP6. From Kingfisher Drive, Grebe Place and Salisbury Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. For events just outside Lower Burgate, we cover Tinkers Cross (1 mile west), Upper Burgate (1 mile north), Fordingbridge (1 mile south-west), Horseport (1 mile south) and Criddlestyle (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Totton (12 miles east), Romsey (14 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south-east), Ringwood (6 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
A little further out are Godshill Castle Hill (1 mile east) and Fordingbridge Museum (0.8 miles south). The countryside around Lower Burgate includes Blashford Lakes.
- Schools near Lower Burgate include Fordingbridge Infant School (under half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The George Inn (0.8 miles south)
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Lower Burgate has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:05pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use 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