Hampshire · England
Tapas Catering for Winnall events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Winnall. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Launches and office parties
- Evening grazing
- Tapas with a paella main course
Planning an event in Winnall?
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Tapas catering in Winnall, made fresh on the day
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. On the menu are Serrano ham, patatas bravas and croquetas, and we are regularly asked to cater table tapas as a starter and drinks parties and receptions.
In Winnall, tapas work at home or in a local hall. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Winnall questions
Is Winnall close to London?
About 60 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Winnall for guests?
The closest is Winchester station, roughly 1 mile away.
How much does tapas catering cost in Winnall?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cater in Winnall?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Winnall and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Drinks receptions around Winnall
Winnall is about 1 mile north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in Winnall, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Winnall is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 11 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Winchester station is about 1 mile away.
Tapas catering in SO23, SO21 and SO20 is planned around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Moss Road, Water Lane and Imber Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You will find Winnall on the M3, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. For events just outside Winnall, we cover Kings Worthy (2 miles north), Easton (2 miles north-east), Abbots Worthy (2 miles north), Temple Valley (2 miles east) and Morestead (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (7 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (14 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-west) and Alton (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Winchester City Museum (0.8 miles west) and Wolvesey Castle (0.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Nearby schools include Leigh House Hospital (0.6 miles east) and Peter Symonds College (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Lion pub (less than half a mile south)
The process
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it is served hot from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it is light in Winnall until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- 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 pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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What we need at the venue
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space to finish hot dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
Perfect for your event in Winnall
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Winnall book us for occasions like:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
Historic buildings near Winnall often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel and parking costs
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
Towns and villages near Winnall
Other catering in Winnall
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
What affects the price in Winnall
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The paellas you choose
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Timings and hours
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where the event is
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the space, if you can
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Winnall? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
- 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