Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Thedden
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Thedden: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering near Thedden
Tapas catering in Thedden, cooked live
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. For birthday drinks and welcome-drink canapés, we can cook patatas bravas, tortilla española and Serrano ham for your guests.
In a rural spot like Thedden, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Thedden questions
How far is Thedden from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We’re having a ceremony at St Peter's: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you cater in Thedden?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Thedden. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How much does tapas catering cost in Thedden?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many courses
- How long we’re needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Thedden? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Also in Thedden
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
The process
Here’s how the day usually runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it is served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, it is light in Thedden until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Thedden, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Thedden
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
Tapas for events in Thedden
Thedden is about 2 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your event is in the GU34 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 21 miles away.
Historic buildings near Thedden often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as St Peter's, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Wherever your event is in GU34, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For events just outside Thedden, we cover Beech (1 mile south-east), Wivelrod (1 mile south-west), Bentworth (1 mile north-west), Holt End (1 mile west) and New Copse (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (10 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Alton Community Hospital (1.6 miles east) and Barton Castle (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Thedden include King's Hill.
Events we cater in Thedden
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Evening sharing boards
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas and paella menus
Nearby historic houses include Bentworth Hall (1 mile west) and Hall Place (1.3 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
- 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