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Tapas Catering for Binfield Heath events

Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Binfield Heath: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.

  • Tapas before paella
  • Office parties and launches
  • Tapas starters

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Live tapas catering in Binfield Heath

About our tapas catering in Binfield Heath

Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Whether it is engagement celebrations and evening grazing, we will put together a menu of albóndigas, Serrano ham and padrón peppers for your guests.

For a country party near Binfield Heath, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.

Small canapés on a long wooden serving board
Where
Binfield Heath (RG9)
Region
Oxfordshire
Dietary options
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
Also available
Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
Quote
Contact us for a quote
Last updated
23 October 2026

Events we cater in Binfield Heath

One spread covers many tastes and diets.

Here are some of the events we cook for around Binfield Heath:

  • Tapas starters
  • Tapas before paella
  • Drinks parties and receptions
  • Welcome-drink canapés

Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like All Saints Church.

Comparing caterers

  • Allergen information for each dish
  • What happens if it rains
  • What the price includes, item by item
  • What the caterer needs from your venue

How to compare caterers

Dishes our guests love

Manchego & membrillo

Manchego with sweet quince.

Croquetas

Always among the first to go.

For planners, venues and organisers

Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.

Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.

Prices and what affects them

There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:

  • The paellas you choose
  • Travel, parking and access
  • The number of people
  • Waiting and bar staff

Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.

What we need to know

A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:

  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
  • A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
  • The courses you’d like
  • The date and time of the event

Send us the date, your venue or RG9 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.

Catering for every guest

Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:

  • Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
  • Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
  • Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
  • Check diets in advance

Afterwards, we clear away.

Churros or crema catalana to finish.

Where we can cook in Binfield Heath

We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:

  • A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
  • The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
  • Access to unload near the serving area

Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.

Popular choices

  • Serrano ham
  • Gambas al ajillo
  • Olives & bread
  • Croquetas
  • Manchego & membrillo
  • Chorizo in red wine
  • Tortilla española
  • Padrón peppers
  • Albóndigas
  • Patatas bravas

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Your questions about tapas catering in Binfield Heath

Which station should guests use for Binfield Heath?

The closest is Shiplake station, roughly 2.1 miles away.

Can you cater a reception after a service at All Saints Church?

Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.

Can you provide dessert?

We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.

How do you work out quantities?

Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.

Are there vegetarian tapas?

Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.

Where do you cater?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Binfield Heath.

Can we add tapas or canapés?

Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.

Should we have more than one paella?

Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.

The process

When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell usually draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Binfield Heath has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.

  1. We check your date.
  2. You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
  3. We arrive and set up our station.
  4. Hot and cold tapas are served.
  5. Afterwards, we clear up.

Getting ready for the day

  • Choose a level spot for the cooking area
  • Tell us when you want to eat
  • Leave space around the cooking area

Getting a price

Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.

Tell us about your event

Planning help

Why live cooking beats a buffet

Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.

Why book with us

  • A clear, itemised quote
  • Drinks service on request
  • Real theatre, not just catering
  • Events in Binfield Heath and across Oxfordshire

See Our prices page And What paella catering costs.

Tapas for events in Binfield Heath

Binfield Heath is about 2 miles north-east of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Binfield Heath to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire.

Nearby historic houses include Greys Court (3.3 miles north) and Greenlands (4.8 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Historic buildings near Binfield Heath often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.

Anywhere in RG9, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean an event in a garden on Kings Common Close, Heathfield Avenue and Kiln Lane or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater events in Shiplake Cross (1 mile east), Harpsden Bottom (2 miles north), Harpsden (2 miles north-east), Henley-on-Thames (2 miles north) and Sonning Common (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Benson (11 miles north-west), Chinnor (14 miles north), Tilehurst (5 miles south-west), Wallingford (11 miles north-west), Little Heath (6 miles south-west) and Oakley (14 miles north).

Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-east). Not far away are South Lake and Alder Moors.

  • Local schools include Gillotts School (1.7 miles north)
Map of Binfield Heath © OpenStreetMap contributors
  • 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

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