Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Sparsholt, Hampshire
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Sparsholt and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Work receptions
Tapas catering near Sparsholt
About our tapas catering in Sparsholt
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for cocktail parties and drinks reception canapés.
For a country party near Sparsholt, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
What tapas catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The length of service
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Working with your venue
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Organising a club, school or community event in Sparsholt? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Sparsholt hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
How the day works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it is light in Sparsholt until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- 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 pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Where we can cook in Sparsholt
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
Sparsholt: your questions answered
Is Sparsholt too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Sparsholt from London?
Roughly 63 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Drinks receptions around Sparsholt
Sparsholt is about 3 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Sparsholt or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Sparsholt to Southampton (about 11 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Winchester station is about 2.7 miles away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Stephen.
Wherever your event is in SO21, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Home Lane, Church Lane and Woodman Lane. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Westley (1 mile north-west), Littleton (1 mile north-east), Harestock (2 miles east), Weeke (2 miles east) and Stanmore (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (3 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (10 miles north-west), Totton (12 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south) and Hedge End (12 miles south).
A little further out are Winchester Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Nearby schools include Kings' School (2 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (less than half a mile east)
Places near Sparsholt
Also in Sparsholt
- 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