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Tapas & canapé catering in West Heath, Hampshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in West Heath and the surrounding area.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Birthday drinks
Book tapas catering in West Heath
Tapas catering in West Heath, cooked live
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We’re frequently asked to cater tapas with a paella main course and evening sharing boards, with Serrano ham, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
Near West Heath, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
What affects the price in West Heath
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we are needed on site
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is 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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Receptions and parties in West Heath
West Heath is about 2 miles south of Tadley, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of West Heath or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. West Heath is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
Historic buildings near West Heath frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (3 miles east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Anywhere in RG26, we can bring tapas catering to you. We can cater an event on streets such as Deans Lane, The Common and Old Vyne Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to West Heath for tapas catering include Charter Alley (1 mile south-east), Ramsdell (1 mile south), Pamber End (1 mile east), Salters Heath (2 miles east) and Monk Sherborne (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles south-east), Fleet (14 miles east), Alton (14 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles east), Hook (9 miles east) and Popley (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (3.2 miles south-east) and Calleva Museum (3.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Towns and villages near West Heath
Also in West Heath
Who books tapas catering in West Heath?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 4 miles east.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Label seafood clearly
- Add sangria or cava
- Ensure dishes are labelled
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Sangria and bar staff.
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
Questions from West Heath
Do you come out to small places like West Heath?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to West Heath for guests?
Bramley (Hants) station, about 4 miles east of the centre.
Do you cover West Heath?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and West Heath is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cook indoors?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
How it works
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. Sunset in West Heath is around 9:25pm in 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 hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
Why choose live paella in West Heath?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- We cover West Heath and the whole of Hampshire
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
- 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