Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Ludgershall, Hampshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Ludgershall: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Planning an event in Ludgershall?
Tapas catering for your event in Ludgershall
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Typical bookings include table tapas as a starter and receptions and drinks parties, with padrón peppers, tortilla española and croquetas.
In Ludgershall, tapas work at home or in a local hall. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening receptions in Ludgershall stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Add sangria or cava
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Spanish desserts to finish.
For event organisers in Ludgershall
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A spot for our serving station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
Ludgershall questions
How far is Ludgershall from London?
About 68 miles from central London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Places near Ludgershall
What else we do in Ludgershall
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
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.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- What the venue already provides
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning a tapas spread in Ludgershall
Ludgershall is about 7 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. From the centre of Ludgershall 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. Our events stretch from Ludgershall to Southampton (about 25 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Tapas catering in SP11 is planned around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include High Street, Eleanor Court and Princess Mary Gardens, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Being close to the A342, Ludgershall is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Perham Down (1 mile south), Great Shoddesden (1 mile south-east), Tidworth (2 miles south-west) and Kimpton (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Andover (7 miles south-east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (7 miles east), Picket Piece (8 miles east), Picket Twenty (8 miles south-east) and Finkley Down (8 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Ludgershall Castle (less than half a mile north).
- Schools near Ludgershall include The Wellington Academy (2.1 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Prince of Wales Hotel (within half a mile north-east)
Who books tapas catering in Ludgershall?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing tapas starters
If you are looking at a historic venue around Ludgershall, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
- Space, access and power needs
- How bad weather is handled
- 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