Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in New Alresford
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in New Alresford.
- Work receptions
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Book tapas catering in New Alresford
About our tapas catering in New Alresford
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We cook croquetas, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and we’re regularly asked to cater tapas before paella and cocktail parties.
In New Alresford, tapas work at home or in a local hall. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Where we can cook in New Alresford
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- Unloading access
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Include staff for canapés
- Check diets in advance
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Table tapas are set down to share.
Serving boards and crockery.
Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Catering across Hampshire, including New Alresford
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Your questions about tapas catering in New Alresford
How far is New Alresford from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including New Alresford.
Perfect for your event in New Alresford
They work for any size of event.
Whatever you are celebrating in New Alresford, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
- Evening sharing boards
Historic houses near New Alresford include Hinton Ampner House (3 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Staff numbers and hours
- How each diet is kept separate
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. A summer drinks reception in New Alresford has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Drinks receptions around New Alresford
New Alresford is about 7 miles east of Winchester, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in New Alresford, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 15 miles away.
Historic buildings near New Alresford frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
We cater events across the SO24 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Station Road, Elm Road and Bramble Hill or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Being close to the B3046 and B3047, New Alresford is easy for us to reach with everything for your event. Other places close to New Alresford for tapas catering include Bishop's Sutton (2 miles east), Gundleton (2 miles east), Cheriton (2 miles south), Hinton Ampner (3 miles south) and Bramdean (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (7 miles west), Eastleigh (11 miles south-west), Horndean (14 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (4.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Shutts Copse.
- Nearby schools include Perins School (within half a mile north)
- Local pubs include The Running Horse Public House (under half a mile north)
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
What affects the price in New Alresford
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- What the venue already provides
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
Planning tapas catering in New Alresford? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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Also in New Alresford
- 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