Hampshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in West Wellow, Hampshire
Looking for tapas catering in West Wellow? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas starters
Book tapas catering in West Wellow
Planning a tapas spread in West Wellow
West Wellow is about 5 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in West Wellow and nearby villages. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Romsey station, about 4.2 miles east. If you’re looking at a historic venue around West Wellow, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. West Wellow is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in SO51, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Wheatears Drive, Gazing Lane and Reeves Close; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at events in Canada (1 mile south), East Wellow (1 mile south-east), Blackhill (1 mile south-east), Plaitford Green (1 mile north) and The Frenches (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Totton (5 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (15 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
- Local schools include Embley (2 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Rockingham Arms (0.9 miles south)
Tapas catering for your event in West Wellow
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for tapas with a paella main course and receptions and drinks parties.
For a country party near West Wellow, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
- Anything your venue supplies
Planning tapas catering in West Wellow? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
West Wellow questions
Which station should guests use for West Wellow?
The closest is Romsey station, roughly 4.2 miles away.
Is West Wellow too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in West Wellow
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Where we can cook in West Wellow
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Venue approval for outside catering
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in West Wellow
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Also near West Wellow
What else we do in West Wellow
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against 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.
How it works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it’s light in West Wellow until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Why choose tapas catering in West Wellow?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in West Wellow book us for events such as:
- Anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Landford Manor (2 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- The wet-weather plan
- If the price includes VAT
- Space, access and power needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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