Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Northbrook
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Northbrook: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement celebrations
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering near Northbrook
About our tapas catering in Northbrook
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We are often asked to cater sharing boards for evening guests and welcome-drink canapés, serving padrón peppers, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
Near Northbrook, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Also near Northbrook
Also in Northbrook
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Evening receptions in Northbrook stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm 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
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Perfect for your event in Northbrook
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Northbrook:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement parties
- Launches and office parties
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Micheldever station, about 2.1 miles north.
What your quote should include
- How long the team stays
- Whether travel is included
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
Live paella or other catering?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Drinks service on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Where we can cook in Northbrook
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Room for a tapas table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Northbrook? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
What affects the price in Northbrook
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
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.
Northbrook questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Northbrook for guests?
Micheldever station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Do you cook inside?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Northbrook: venues and local tips
Northbrook is about 7 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. From the centre of Northbrook to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Northbrook to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Tapas catering in SO21 is planned around your venue and timings. Other places close to Northbrook for tapas catering include Micheldever (1 mile south-east), Stoke Charity (1 mile west), Hunton (2 miles west), Micheldever Station (2 miles north) and East Stratton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (11 miles north-east), Winchester (7 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south), Andover (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (13 miles east).
- Nearby, you will find Half Moon and Spread Eagle pub (0.6 miles south-east)
- 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