Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering in Water End
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Water End and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering for Water End events
Live paella or other catering?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- We cover Water End and the whole of Hampshire
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
How our tapas catering works in Water End
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and croquetas, and we are regularly asked to cater cocktail parties and sharing tapas starters.
Near Water End, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Collect dietary needs
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Bar staff and sangria.
Places near Water End
Other catering in Water End
FAQs for Water End
How far is Water End from London?
Roughly 42 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Swithun's church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How much paella per person?
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 have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Anything your venue supplies
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Unloading access
- Space on each table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
For event organisers in Water End
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Water End stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning a tapas spread in Water End
Water End is about 4 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Across the RG24 area, we can bring the pans to you. Water End is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Water End to Reading (12 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (4.1 miles north-west). 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 Water End, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Anywhere in RG24, we can cook for your guests. Other places close to Water End for tapas catering include Andwell (1 mile south-west), Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Old Basing (2 miles west), Wildmoor (2 miles north) and Lychpit (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Basing House (1.9 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.4 miles west). Not far away are Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
- 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