Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Trotton Marsh, Hampshire
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Trotton Marsh.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Trotton Marsh events
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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.
How our tapas catering works in Trotton Marsh
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Whether it’s engagement celebrations and tapas starters, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and tortilla española and more.
For a country party near Trotton Marsh, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Check diets in advance
Afterwards, we clear away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
FAQs for Trotton Marsh
Which station should guests use for Trotton Marsh?
The closest is Liphook station, roughly 3.7 miles away.
Is Trotton Marsh too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
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. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Other catering in Trotton Marsh
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Timings and hours
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. Sunset in Trotton Marsh is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose live paella in Trotton Marsh?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Trotton Marsh: venues and local tips
Trotton Marsh is about 5 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Trotton Marsh, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Trotton Marsh is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Trotton Marsh to Guildford (19 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (4.2 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Trotton Marsh, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Trotton Marsh is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in GU30 and GU31, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Trotton Marsh for tapas catering include Borden (1 mile west), Milland (1 mile north), Chithurst (1 mile south-east), Rogate (2 miles south-west) and Rake (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south-west), Alton (11 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (5 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Museum (4 miles south-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- 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