Isle of Wight · England
Tapas Catering for Steephill events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Steephill.
- Engagement parties
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
Live tapas catering in Steephill
Tapas catering for your event in Steephill
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. For table tapas as a starter and drinks parties and receptions, we can cook patatas bravas, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo.
In a rural spot like Steephill, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Location
- Steephill (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
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. Evening receptions in Steephill stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Tapas for events in Steephill
Steephill is about 3 miles south-west of Shanklin, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever your event is in the PO38 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight. Our events stretch from Steephill to Southampton (24 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Shanklin station is about 3.5 miles away. Historic buildings near Steephill often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. The coast is within about 2 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
We cover events in every part of PO38. Local streets include Love Lane, Steephill Road and Castle Court; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. With the A3055 close by, Steephill is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ventnor (1 mile north-east), St Lawrence (1 mile west), Nettlecombe (2 miles north-west), Wroxall (2 miles north) and Bonchurch (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newport (8 miles north-west), Ryde (10 miles north), Cowes (12 miles north), Sandown (5 miles north-east), Shanklin (3 miles north-east) and East Cowes (12 miles north). If your event is somewhere remote, let us know early and we’ll plan the trip.
Well-known places in the area include Longshoremans Museum (0.6 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Steephill includes St Boniface Down.
- Schools near Steephill include The Island Free School (0.7 miles north) and St Catherine's School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rose Inn (0.8 miles east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include South Wight (1.2 miles north-east)
Occasions we cook for in Steephill
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St. Alban-the-martyr.
What your quote should include
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
- The venue requirements
Nearby places to Steephill
Other catering in Steephill
Your questions about tapas catering in Steephill
Which station should guests use for Steephill?
Shanklin station, about 3.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you cook near the sea around Steephill?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What affects the price in Steephill
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Steephill? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Check diets in advance
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Live paella or other catering?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- We cover Steephill and the whole of the Isle of Wight
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Steephill? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a 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