Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering for Shalden Green events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Shalden Green.
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Book tapas catering in Shalden Green
Who books tapas catering in Shalden Green?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Historic houses near Shalden Green include Hall Place (3.1 miles south-west) and Bentworth Hall (3.4 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Tapas catering in Shalden Green, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We cook patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo, and we are regularly asked to cater evening sharing boards and tapas before paella.
For a country party near Shalden Green, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
Drinks receptions around Shalden Green
Shalden Green is about 3 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Shalden Green. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 18 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Alton station is about 2.9 miles away. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Shalden Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU34. For events just outside Shalden Green, we cover Shalden (1 mile south), Southrope (2 miles north-west), Bagmore (2 miles west), Burkham (3 miles west) and Bentworth (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (7 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (3 miles south-east) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Gliding Heritage Centre (0.9 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). The countryside around Shalden Green includes Holybourne Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Pot pub (0.6 miles east)
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
What else we do in Shalden Green
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Unloading access
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Shalden Green
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
Your questions about tapas catering in Shalden Green
Which station should guests use for Shalden Green?
Alton station, about 2.9 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Shalden Green too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What affects the price in Shalden Green
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
- Guest numbers
- Whether you need crockery
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
- What the venue already provides
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Shalden Green
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
For event organisers in Shalden Green
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
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.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Shalden Green stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Staff to serve 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