Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Nately Scures
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Nately Scures and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Engagement parties
- Tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Book tapas catering in Nately Scures
Nately Scures questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St. Nicholas?
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 usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Nately Scures for guests?
Hook station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details and we’ll advise.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
About our tapas catering in Nately Scures
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. For tapas and paella menus and anniversary parties, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and albóndigas.
Near Nately Scures, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Receptions and parties in Nately Scures
Nately Scures is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in Nately Scures will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cook in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 12 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Nately Scures, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (4.9 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the RG27 postcode area. For events just outside Nately Scures, we cover Newnham (1 mile north), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile north-east), Warnborough Green (1 mile east) and Greywell (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (6 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Basing House (2.8 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.3 miles west). Open spaces near Nately Scures include The Mill Field and Dogmersfield Lake.
Why choose live paella in Nately Scures?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Nately Scures
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
See How we price Or The cost guide.
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Timings and hours
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- The date and time of the event
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
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’ll do the cooking.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Nately Scures has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Why choose tapas catering in Nately Scures?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St. Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Collect dietary needs
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
- 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