Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Plaitford Green
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Plaitford Green and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Planning an event in Plaitford Green?
What happens on the day
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. Sunset in Plaitford Green is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Plaitford Green, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Tapas catering in Plaitford Green, cooked live
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. We are often asked to cater tapas starters and tapas before paella, serving tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas.
In a rural spot like Plaitford Green, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Also near Plaitford Green
Also in Plaitford Green
Drinks receptions around Plaitford Green
Plaitford Green is about 5 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Plaitford Green, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Plaitford Green is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Plaitford Green to Southampton (10 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Mottisfont & Dunbridge station is about 3.5 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Landford Manor (1.7 miles south-west) and Mottisfont Abbey (4.2 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
For tapas catering in SO51, we plan around your venue. We can cater an event on streets such as Wellow Wood Road and Sherfield English Lane. For events just outside Plaitford Green, we cover West Wellow (1 mile south), The Frenches (2 miles east), Shootash (2 miles east), Canada (2 miles south) and East Wellow (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (6 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles east), Hedge End (14 miles south-east) and Romsey (5 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (4.9 miles east). The countryside around Plaitford Green includes Copythorne Common.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why Plaitford Green hosts choose us
- Fast service from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Plaitford Green and the whole of Hampshire
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Where we can cook in Plaitford Green
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
Perfect for your event in Plaitford Green
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Receptions and drinks parties
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Leonard, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether travel is included
Plaitford Green: your questions answered
Is Plaitford Green too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Leonard: can you cater afterwards?
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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Can you do sangria?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
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 will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- What the venue already provides
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Plaitford Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Add sangria or cava
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
- 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