Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Penton Mewsey, Hampshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Penton Mewsey and across Hampshire.
- Engagement celebrations
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering near Penton Mewsey
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. At midsummer, it is light in Penton Mewsey until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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How our tapas catering works in Penton Mewsey
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s canapés with welcome drinks and receptions and drinks parties, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and Serrano ham and more.
For a country party near Penton Mewsey, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Send us the date, your venue or SP11 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Unloading access
- Venue approval for outside catering
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Penton Mewsey
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, frequently with alioli.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Questions from Penton Mewsey
We are having a ceremony at Holy Trinity Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Penton Mewsey close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Organising for someone else?
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Catering across Hampshire, including Penton Mewsey
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Add sangria or cava
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Sangria and bar staff.
Tapas for events in Penton Mewsey
Penton Mewsey is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Penton Mewsey or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Penton Mewsey is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Penton Mewsey to Southampton (about 22 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Penton Mewsey, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Andover station, about 1.9 miles south-east.
Anywhere in SP11, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include Chalkcroft Lane, Trinity Rise and Newbury Hill; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside Penton Mewsey, we cover Penton Grafton (1 mile south-west), Penton Corner (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile east) and Clanville (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (15 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (4.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include White Hart Public House (within half a mile south)
- 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