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Tapas & canapé catering in Redbridge, Southampton
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Redbridge: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Live tapas catering in Redbridge
How our tapas catering works in Redbridge
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 tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas, and we’re frequently booked for tapas starters and evening sharing boards.
For a country party near Redbridge, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Redbridge (SO40, SO16, SO15)
- County
- Southampton
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What you get with us
- We cover Redbridge and the whole of Southampton
- A quote that spells everything out
- Drinks service on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Also near Redbridge
Also in Redbridge
Tapas for events in Redbridge
Redbridge is about 1 mile east of Totton, in Southampton. Give us the address of your event in Redbridge, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Redbridge is one of 40 towns and villages in Southampton where we cook.
For guests coming by train, Redbridge has its own station, Redbridge station. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like All Saints. Redbridge is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. With the sea within about 4 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cater events across the SO40, SO16 and SO15 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Mill Road, Test Lane and Tate Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Main roads around Redbridge include the M271, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in Eling (1 mile south-west), Millbrook (1 mile east), Hillyfields (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile north-east) and Regents Park (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Marlands Shopping Centre (3.1 miles east) and Eling Experience (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Redbridge include Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Redbridge Community School (less than half a mile east) and Millbrook Community School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Ship Inn (under half a mile north-east)
How it works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it’s light in Redbridge until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Events we cater in Redbridge
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Launches and office parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Redbridge, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and deposit
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- Staff numbers and hours
Where we can cook in Redbridge
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Redbridge
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
FAQs for Redbridge
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Could we have live paella in St James' Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many guests are eating
- The length of service
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.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
- 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