Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Up Somborne, Hampshire
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Up Somborne.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering near Up Somborne
Tapas catering in Up Somborne, made fresh on the day
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. Typical bookings include sharing boards for evening guests and tapas starters, with patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas.
In a rural spot like Up Somborne, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Planning a tapas spread in Up Somborne
Up Somborne is about 5 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in Up Somborne will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 12 miles away.
For tapas catering in SO20, we plan around your venue and your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Court Lane and Up Somborne Lane. If your venue is just outside Up Somborne, we also cover Little Somborne (1 mile west), Ashley (1 mile south-west), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (4 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Hampshire County Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).
FAQs for Up Somborne
How far is Up Somborne from London?
About 64 miles from central London.
Is Up Somborne 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.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How do you work out quantities?
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.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How long we are needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Up Somborne? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Why choose live paella in Up Somborne?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Check diets in advance
- Include staff for canapés
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. Sunset in Up Somborne is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Read more
Nearby places to Up Somborne
More for events in Up Somborne
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Perfect for your event in Up Somborne
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Up Somborne, people book us for events such as:
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
- Engagement drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
After a ceremony at a church such as All Saints Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before you book
- Who provides the crockery
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- The venue requirements
- 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