Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering for Warnford events
Planning tapas catering in Warnford? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening sharing boards
Live tapas catering in Warnford
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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.
Tapas catering in Warnford, cooked live
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. Typical bookings include evening grazing and canapés with welcome drinks, serving padrón peppers, albóndigas and croquetas.
Near Warnford, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Warnford? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning a tapas spread in Warnford
Warnford is about 8 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Warnford and nearby villages. Warnford is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Warnford to Southampton (about 14 miles away).
Historic houses near Warnford include Hinton Ampner House (3.1 miles north-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Warnford, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cater events across the SO32 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Warnford for tapas catering include Bramdean (3 miles north), Hinton Ampner (3 miles north-west), Beauworth (3 miles north-west), Cheriton (4 miles north-west) and Bishop's Sutton (5 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (10 miles west), Gosport (14 miles south), Havant (11 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles west), Fareham (11 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles south-east).
The countryside around Warnford includes Shutts Copse and Beacon Hill.
- Local pubs include The George And Falcon Inn (under half a mile south)
Nearby places to Warnford
More for events in Warnford
FAQs for Warnford
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Warnford?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to Warnford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Warnford and the rest of Hampshire. For a quote, use our quote form.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Who books tapas catering in Warnford?
Tapas are sociable food.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement parties
- Evening grazing
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of Our Lady.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
- What the price includes, item by item
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Events in Warnford and across Hampshire
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Room for a tapas table
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Warnford is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
- 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