Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Nursted
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Nursted: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Birthday drinks
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering in Nursted
Tapas catering for your event in Nursted
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. Popular choices include patatas bravas, padrón peppers and croquetas, and we’re regularly asked to cater birthday drinks and tapas starters.
For a country party near Nursted, tapas and sangria set the mood. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A clear, itemised quote
- Drinks service on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space to finish hot dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Collect dietary needs
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Afterwards, we clear away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Perfect for your event in Nursted
They work for any size of event.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Nursted book us for occasions like:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas starters
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Petersfield station, about 1.8 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
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What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Send us the date, your venue or GU31 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Nursted
What’s the nearest station to Nursted for guests?
Petersfield station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Nursted too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Nursted: venues and local tips
Nursted is about 2 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Wherever your event is in the GU31 area, we can cook for your guests. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
Historic buildings near Nursted often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Nearby historic houses include Uppark (2.5 miles south-east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Nursted is within about 2 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of the GU31 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Nursted, we also cover Buriton (2 miles west), Weston (2 miles west), Ramsdean (3 miles west), Chalton (4 miles south-west) and West Marden (5 miles south). Larger places within reach include Havant (9 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south-west), Alton (12 miles north), Waterlooville (9 miles south-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
A little further out are Clanfield Earthwork (3.8 miles south-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Oakham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer drinks reception in Nursted has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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