Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Upper Farringdon
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Upper Farringdon and the surrounding area.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Birthday drinks
- Work receptions
Tapas catering in Upper Farringdon
How our tapas catering works in Upper Farringdon
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. We cook croquetas, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re regularly asked to cater sharing boards for evening guests and launches and office parties.
Near Upper Farringdon, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many guests are eating
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and rough timings
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Upper Farringdon: your questions answered
Is Upper Farringdon 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.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
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 generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including Hampshire. See all areas.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
How much does tapas catering cost in Upper Farringdon?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Unloading access
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
Nearby places to Upper Farringdon
Other catering in Upper Farringdon
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Planning a tapas spread in Upper Farringdon
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in Upper Farringdon, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Upper Farringdon. Upper Farringdon is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Upper Farringdon to Guildford (about 20 miles away).
Historic buildings near Upper Farringdon frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Alton station, about 2.8 miles north. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Upper Farringdon, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cater events across GU34. Streets in the area include Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Upper Farringdon, we also cover Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Upper Farringdon includes Selborne Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Rose and Crown Inn (within half a mile south)
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Upper Farringdon stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us a contact for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Upper Farringdon
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Upper Farringdon, people book us for occasions like:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening grazing
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel and parking costs
- The deadline for final numbers
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Live paella or other catering?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Upper Farringdon
- Catering across Hampshire, including Upper Farringdon
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Read How we price And The cost guide.
- 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