Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Middle Wallop
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Middle Wallop and the surrounding area.
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering near Middle Wallop
About our tapas catering in Middle Wallop
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We’re often asked to cater tapas starters and launches and office parties, serving padrón peppers, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
In a rural spot like Middle Wallop, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
The process
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Middle Wallop 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 circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Occasions we cook for in Middle Wallop
Tapas are sociable food.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
For guests coming by train, Grateley station is about 3 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and parking costs
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
How we price tapas catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space on each table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
Places near Middle Wallop
Also in Middle Wallop
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Middle Wallop: venues and local tips
Middle Wallop is about 7 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Middle Wallop or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Middle Wallop is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Andrew.
Wherever your event is in SO20, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Station Road, Knockwood Lane and Farley Street or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Nether Wallop (1 mile south-east), Over Wallop (1 mile north-west), Kentsboro (2 miles north-east), Fox (4 miles north) and Red Rice (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles south-east), Eastleigh (15 miles south-east), Andover (7 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-east) and Romsey (11 miles south-east).
Not far away are Quarley Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The George Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Middle Wallop hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Middle Wallop: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Middle Wallop?
Grateley station, about 3 miles north-west of the centre.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
- 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