Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Ovington
Looking for tapas catering in Ovington? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Ovington?
Tapas catering in Ovington, made fresh on the day
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Popular choices include albóndigas, croquetas and padrón peppers, and we’re regularly asked to cater evening sharing boards and engagement parties.
Near Ovington, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
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Ovington: your questions answered
Is Ovington close to London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Peter: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you provide serving staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Perfect for your event in Ovington
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Engagement parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Anniversary parties
Historic houses near Ovington include Hinton Ampner House (3.4 miles south-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Ovington stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Drinks receptions around Ovington
Ovington is about 5 miles east of Hyde, in Hampshire. From the centre of Ovington to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Ovington to Southampton (about 14 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Peter, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. If you are looking at a historic venue around Ovington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
For tapas catering in SO24, we plan around your venue and your guests. Other places close to Ovington for tapas catering include Itchen Stoke (1 mile north-west), Itchen Abbas (2 miles north-west), Temple Valley (2 miles south-west), Martyr Worthy (2 miles west) and Easton (3 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (5 miles west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wolvesey Castle (5 miles west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.9 miles west). Open spaces near Ovington include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Bush Inn (under half a mile north)
What affects the price in Ovington
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Live paella or other catering?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Ovington hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
- 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