Chef Nino Catering Experience
Tapas Menu
“We deliver Spain’s Best, one Tapa at a time.”
The Heart of Spain at Your Doorstep
More than just a meal — we transform your event into a culinary spectacle.
Chef Nino personally prepares every tapa and paella live and on-site, bringing the vibrant energy of Spanish gastronomy directly to your guests. Every booking is a turnkey, premium experience — we manage every detail of the culinary production so you can focus entirely on your guests.
Our professional team prepares every dish live under our signature Chef's Pavilion, bringing the heat and heart of Spanish cooking directly to your outdoor event. From fire to plate — served exactly at its peak.
Freshness Under the Pavilion
A coordinated team — from fire to your plate.
The Atmosphere
A professional 10′ × 10′ Chef's Pavilion with premium linens and authentic Spanish décor.
The Service
Elegant buffet-style presentation with high-quality dinnerware, napkins, and polished utensils.
Live Culinary Support
Assistant chefs work alongside Chef Nino, hand-crafting tapas and monitoring paella fires to ensure perfection in real-time.
Dedicated Service
Our servers ensure a continuous flow of food and attentive hospitality throughout the entire feast.
Signature Accompaniments
A complete and balanced meal served with every package.
Traditional Mixed Salad
A vibrant Spanish garden salad with mixed greens, tomatoes, white asparagus, tuna, and egg.
Galician Bread Basket
Crusty Galician-style bread served with house-made artisanal spreads.
The Signature Sip
Non-alcoholic Tinto de Verano with pomegranate, berries, citrus, and mint.
The Sweet Finale
Traditional Crema Catalana with silky custard and a hand-torched caramelized top.
Hot Tapas
Prepared live on-site — straight from the fire to your plate.
The Classics
Las ClásicasCroquette Gallery
CroquetasFrom the Sea
Del MarFrom the Land
De la TierraMontaditos & Sandwiches
BocadillosCold Tapas
Chilled boards, conservas, soups, and salads.
Nino's Signature Selection Board
$600 pkg · $24 per person · Items #30 – #37A selection of premium conservas, charcuterie, cheeses, sweet accents, fruits, and artisan bread.
Paper-thin slices of naturally cured mountain ham, served at room temperature.
Traditional dry-cured pork sausage with smoky Pimentón de la Vera and garlic.
A lean, dry-cured sausage seasoned with sea salt and whole black peppercorns.
Aged sheep's milk cheese from La Mancha — firm, buttery, and slightly nutty.
Creamy goat's milk cheese with a bright, tangy finish.
A smooth, balanced cheese made from cow, goat, and sheep's milk.
Membrillo and black fig jam to balance the savory meats and cheeses.
Grapes, dried apricots, and Medjool dates for fresh, natural sweetness.
Sea salt-roasted Marcona almonds for a crisp, elegant finish.
Anchovy, Olive & Piparra Skewer — a classic Basque skewer with anchovy, olive, and piparra pepper.
Cornichon & Pickled Onion Skewers — bright, crisp skewers with a tangy bite.
Premium olives filled with anchovy, Manchego, and chorizo.
Tender octopus rounds seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and a signature dust of smoked pimentón.
Succulent squid pieces simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made from their own natural ink, sautéed onions, and a hint of wine.
Plump, hand-selected mussels preserved in a traditional escabeche — a bright marinade of vinegar, olive oil, laurel, and pimentón.
Toasted baguette slices brushed with garlic, rosemary, and olive oil.
Chilled Soups
Sopas FríasCold Salads
Ensaladas FríasBooking & Cancellation
We understand plans can change. Here's what to expect.
Reservation Policy
A 20% non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your date. The final balance is due 10 days before the event. Payment via secure invoice link or Zelle — include your invoice number in the memo.
Cancellation Schedule
- More than 7 days before: Refund of all payments except the 20% deposit.
- 4 to 7 days before: 50% of the total event cost is non-refundable.
- 3 days or less before: 100% of the total event cost is non-refundable.
Package Notes
Standard packages yield 25 servings. A 6-serving minimum is available for more intimate gatherings. All service charges and gratuities are established exclusively via signed catering agreement.