Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in New Milton
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in New Milton.
- Work receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering near New Milton
Planning a tapas spread in New Milton
New Milton is in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in New Milton, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. New Milton is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: New Milton has its own station, New Milton station. If you are looking at a historic venue around New Milton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. New Milton is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Here we cover the BH25 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Worthy Road and Whitefield Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. New Milton is on the A337 and B3055, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ashley (1 mile north-east), Barton on Sea (1 mile south), Bashley (1 mile north), Ossemsley (2 miles north) and Hordle (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Totton (13 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (8 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (13 miles north-east) and Marchwood (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Highcliffe Castle (2.7 miles south-west) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (1 mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Milford on Sea LNR.
- Local schools include New Milton Junior School (0.5 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The George Centre pub (0.5 miles south)
How our tapas catering works in New Milton
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. Whether it is table tapas as a starter and engagement drinks, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, patatas bravas and padrón peppers.
In New Milton, tapas work at home or in a local hall. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Your questions about tapas catering in New Milton
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to New Milton for guests?
New Milton has its own station: New Milton station.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How much tapas do we need?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
For event organisers in New Milton
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Organising a club, school or community event in New Milton? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
Perfect for your event in New Milton
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Here are some of the events we cook for in New Milton and Hampshire:
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas starters
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas and paella menus
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Parish Church of St Magdalene.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
- Allergen information for each dish
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Add sangria or cava
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Places near New Milton
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What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. Sunset in New Milton 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 set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Events in New Milton and across Hampshire
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- 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