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Tapas & canapé catering in West Tisted, Hampshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in West Tisted: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering in West Tisted
West Tisted: venues and local tips
West Tisted is about 7 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For tapas catering in West Tisted, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Hinton Ampner House (3.6 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. West Tisted is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in SO24, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Filmore Hill (1 mile south-east), Monkwood (1 mile north-east), Bailey Green (1 mile south-east), Privett (2 miles south-east) and Ropley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (14 miles north), Winchester (11 miles west), Havant (14 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Fareham (15 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south).
Open spaces near West Tisted include Henwood Down and Shutts Copse.
Tapas catering for your event in West Tisted
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. For tapas starters and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española for your guests.
For a country party near West Tisted, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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West Tisted questions
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Mary Magdalene: can you cater afterwards?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in West Tisted?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in West Tisted and across Hampshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer drinks reception in West Tisted has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in West Tisted
Tapas are sociable food.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in West Tisted and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary Magdalene.
Before booking anyone
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- A clear list of what’s included
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Events in West Tisted and across Hampshire
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
See How we price And The cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Add sangria or cava
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Add a live paella main.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
- 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