West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Beenham
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Beenham.
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering in Beenham
Tapas catering in Beenham, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. For tapas before paella and work receptions, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, patatas bravas and padrón peppers.
For a country party near Beenham, 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.
- Location
- Beenham (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Drinks receptions around Beenham
Beenham is about 4 miles north of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in RG7, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire. Our events stretch from Beenham to Reading (about 8 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Aldermaston station is about 1.1 miles away. Historic buildings near Beenham frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Beenham is within about 8 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG7, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Stoneyfield, Back Lane and Church View or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Other places close to Beenham for tapas catering include Beenham Stocks (1 mile north-east), Upper Woolhampton (1 mile south-west), Southend (1 mile north), Lower Padworth (1 mile south-east) and Chapel Row (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (8 miles west), Thatcham (5 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles east), Speenhamland (8 miles west), Spencers Wood (8 miles east) and Calcot (5 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Yattendon Castle (4.3 miles north-west) and Thames Valley Police Museum (3.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Six Bells pub (0.5 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Common questions in Beenham
What’s the nearest station to Beenham for guests?
The closest is Aldermaston station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Is Beenham 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.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
How much does tapas catering cost in Beenham?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Who books tapas catering in Beenham?
They work for any size of event.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- How each diet is kept separate
- Payment terms and deposit
What affects the price in Beenham
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- How long we are needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Also near Beenham
Also in Beenham
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Book staff to carry canapés round
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
How the day works
Here’s how the day typically runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Beenham is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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’ll do the cooking.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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