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Tapas Catering in Nob's Crook
Planning tapas catering in Nob's Crook? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Nob's Crook?
Who books tapas catering in Nob's Crook?
Tapas are sociable food.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Engagement parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday drinks
Guests travelling by rail: Eastleigh station is about 2.2 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
About our tapas catering in Nob's Crook
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas, and typical bookings are for canapés with welcome drinks and evening grazing.
In a rural spot like Nob's Crook, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
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. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. 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.
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Evening receptions in Nob's Crook stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Collect dietary needs
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Receptions and parties in Nob's Crook
Nob's Crook is about 2 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Nob's Crook, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Nob's Crook is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Nob's Crook to Southampton (about 6 miles away).
Historic houses near Nob's Crook include South Stoneham House (4.6 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Nob's Crook, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
For tapas catering in SO21, we plan around your venue and timings. If your venue is just outside Nob's Crook, we also cover Fisher's Pond (1 mile south-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-west), Brambridge (1 mile north-west), Lord's Wood (1 mile west) and Crowdhill (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (14 miles south-east), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles west).
A little further out are Wolvesey Castle (4.8 miles north) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
- Local schools include Wyvern Technology College (2.1 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Fox & Hounds pub (1 mile south-east)
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Nob's Crook
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
Places near Nob's Crook
Other catering in Nob's Crook
Paella compared with other options
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Nob's Crook
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Common questions in Nob's Crook
Is Nob's Crook too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Nob's Crook?
The closest is Eastleigh station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Do you cater in Nob's Crook?
We do. We cook at events in Nob's Crook and across Hampshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
- 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