Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Milford on Sea, Hampshire
Looking for tapas catering in Milford on Sea? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Engagement celebrations
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering for Milford on Sea events
About our tapas catering in Milford on Sea
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. Whether it is cocktail parties and office parties and launches, we can cook Serrano ham, tortilla española and Manchego with membrillo.
For a party in a place like Milford on Sea, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
For event organisers in Milford on Sea
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Milford on Sea
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Fast service from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Events in Milford on Sea and across Hampshire
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Towns and villages near Milford on Sea
Other catering in Milford on Sea
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and usually vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. At midsummer, it is light in Milford on Sea until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:05pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Receptions and parties in Milford on Sea
Milford on Sea is about 3 miles south-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Across the SO41 area, we can cook for your guests. Milford on Sea is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Lymington Town station, about 3.4 miles north-east. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints. Milford on Sea is within about 7 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 3 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
We cook at events all over SO41. Streets in the area include High Street, Love Lane and Greenbanks Close, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lymore (1 mile north-east), Keyhaven (1 mile east), Everton (1 mile north), Lower Pennington (2 miles north-east) and Pennington (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Totton (14 miles north), Hythe (13 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles north-west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (3 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Yarmouth Castle (4.3 miles east) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Milford on Sea includes Milford on Sea LNR and Tennyson Down.
- Schools near Milford on Sea include Priestlands School (2.5 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Questions from Milford on Sea
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
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 generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, Hampshire included. Find your area.
Do you cover Milford on Sea?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Milford on Sea and the rest of Hampshire. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Check diets in advance
Table tapas are set down to share.
Serving boards and crockery.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Parking and unloading
- How long we’re needed on site
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Where the event is
- The courses you’d like
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Where we can cook in Milford on Sea
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- 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