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Tapas Catering in Stonymarsh
Looking for tapas catering in Stonymarsh? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Tapas starters
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Stonymarsh
Occasions we cook for in Stonymarsh
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Stonymarsh, people book us for events such as:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Andrew.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- What the price includes, item by item
- Who provides the crockery
- Staff numbers and hours
Tapas catering for your event in Stonymarsh
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. On the menu are Serrano ham, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for launches and office parties and drinks reception canapés.
Near Stonymarsh, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Also near Stonymarsh
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How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Evening receptions in Stonymarsh stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Tapas for events in Stonymarsh
Stonymarsh is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. From the centre of Stonymarsh to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Stonymarsh to Southampton (about 10 miles away).
Historic houses near Stonymarsh include Mottisfont Abbey (0.5 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Historic buildings near Stonymarsh frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also cater events in Mottisfont (1 mile west), Michelmersh (1 mile south-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-west), Dunbridge (1 mile south-west) and Timsbury (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Romsey Community Hospital (3.7 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south). Open spaces near Stonymarsh include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Local pubs include The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House (0.5 miles south)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Organising a club, school or community event in Stonymarsh? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
FAQs for Stonymarsh
How far is Stonymarsh from London?
About 69 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Stonymarsh?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
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 cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
- How many guests are eating
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Catering across Hampshire, including Stonymarsh
- Drinks service on request
- Real theatre, not just catering
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A spot for our serving 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 before you book.
On the menu in Stonymarsh
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
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