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Tapas Catering for Neatham events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Neatham and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering in Neatham
Tapas catering for your event in Neatham
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Whether it’s table tapas as a starter and cocktail parties, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo.
In a rural spot like Neatham, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Neatham? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Perfect for your event in Neatham
Tapas get people talking.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Neatham and Hampshire:
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Historic buildings near Neatham frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Space, access and power needs
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Neatham: venues and local tips
Neatham is about 2 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. From the centre of Neatham to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Neatham is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Neatham to Guildford (17 miles away).
Historic houses near Neatham include Bentworth Hall (4.8 miles west) and Hall Place (4.9 miles west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. For guests coming by train, Alton station is about 1.3 miles away.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Other places close to Neatham for tapas catering include Holybourne (1 mile north-west), Wyck (1 mile south-east), Upper Froyle (1 mile north-east), Alton (2 miles south-west) and East Worldham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles north-east), Petersfield (11 miles south) and Yateley (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Allen Gallery (1.6 miles south-west) and Alton Community Hospital (2.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Neatham includes Holybourne Hill.
- Nearby schools include Treloar School (0.7 miles west) and Eggar's School (0.8 miles west)
- Local pubs include White Hart pub (less than half a mile west)
Nearby places to Neatham
Also in Neatham
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. A summer drinks reception in Neatham has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, 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.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Neatham, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A spot for our serving station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Neatham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
What affects the price in Neatham
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
FAQs for Neatham
Which station should guests use for Neatham?
The closest is Alton station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
We’re having a ceremony at Holy Rood 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 offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
- 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