West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Beansheaf Farm
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Beansheaf Farm. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Planning an event in Beansheaf Farm?
About our tapas catering in Beansheaf Farm
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Beansheaf Farm. Whether it’s birthday and anniversary parties and engagement parties, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, tortilla española and padrón peppers for your guests.
Around Beansheaf Farm, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Beansheaf Farm (RG31, RG30)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
Why choose live paella in Beansheaf Farm?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
The process
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it is light in Beansheaf Farm until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
Planning a tapas spread in Beansheaf Farm
Beansheaf Farm is about 3 miles west of Reading, in West Berkshire. Across the RG31 area, we can bring the pans to you. Beansheaf Farm is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover.
Historic houses near Beansheaf Farm include Mapledurham House (3.1 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Theale station, about 1.4 miles west.
We cook at events all over RG31 and RG30 and the streets around it. From Mill Lane, Curtis Road and Barclay Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. We also cook at events in Calcot (1 mile north-west), Fords Farm (1 mile east), Horncastle (1 mile north-east), Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south-east) and Tilehurst Within (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (12 miles west), Thatcham (10 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles south), Speenhamland (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles south-east) and Shaw (12 miles west).
A little further out are Broad Street Mall (3.1 miles east) and Battle Hospital (2.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Little Heath School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Murdochs pub (within half a mile north)
Towns and villages near Beansheaf Farm
Other catering in Beansheaf Farm
FAQs for Beansheaf Farm
Is Beansheaf Farm close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Beansheaf Farm?
Theale station, about 1.4 miles west of the centre.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Who books tapas catering in Beansheaf Farm?
Tapas get people talking.
Whatever you are celebrating in Beansheaf Farm, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Birthday drinks
If you are looking at a historic venue around Beansheaf Farm, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How bad weather is handled
- How each diet is kept separate
- 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