Portsmouth · England
Tapas Catering for Rudmore events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Rudmore.
- Anniversary parties
- Evening grazing
- Launches and office parties
Planning an event in Rudmore?
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Tapas catering in Rudmore, cooked live
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. On the menu are patatas bravas, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo, and we’re regularly asked to cater drinks reception canapés and tapas before paella.
Tapas make a party in Rudmore easy and sociable. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
- Location
- Rudmore (PO2, PO1)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose tapas catering in Rudmore?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Evening grazing
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Portsmouth & Southsea station, about 1.1 miles south.
What your quote should include
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- When final numbers are due
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Sunset in Rudmore is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us a contact for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Other catering in Rudmore
FAQs for Rudmore
How far is Rudmore from London?
About 64 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Rudmore for guests?
The closest is Portsmouth & Southsea station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Space on each table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why Rudmore hosts choose us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
What affects the price in Rudmore
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Rudmore: venues and local tips
Rudmore is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Events in Rudmore are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Rudmore is one of 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth we cover. We cook right across the region, from Rudmore to Southampton (15 miles away).
Parks such as Alexandra Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. After a ceremony at a church such as The Grapes, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. With the sea within about 3 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
This part of Portsmouth takes in PO2 and PO1, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Knox Road, Wharf Road and Croft Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Being close to the M275 and A2047, Rudmore is simple for us to get to for your event. Close by, we cover events in North End (1 mile north-east), Tipner (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Copnor (1 mile east).
A little further out are Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and Southsea (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Rudmore include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Local schools include Mayfield School (0.7 miles north-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1 mile south)
- Pubs nearby include The Admiral Drake pub (under half a mile south-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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