West Berkshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Boxford, West Berkshire
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Boxford and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering for Boxford events
About our tapas catering in Boxford
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We cook Serrano ham, tortilla española and albóndigas, and we are frequently booked for office parties and launches and tapas starters.
In a rural spot like Boxford, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- Boxford (RG20)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
For event organisers in Boxford
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
The process
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. A summer drinks reception in Boxford has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Drinks receptions around Boxford
Boxford is about 4 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Boxford and nearby villages. Boxford is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 17 miles away.
Historic houses near Boxford include Benham Park (2.5 miles south) and Shaw House (3.5 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. For guests coming by train, Kintbury station is about 3.9 miles away. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Boxford, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in RG20 is planned around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on School Lane and Winterbourne Road or the roads around them. If your venue is just outside Boxford, we also cover Wickham Heath (1 mile south-west), Winterbourne (2 miles east), Stockcross (2 miles south), Bagnor (3 miles south-east) and North Heath (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles south-east), Thatcham (6 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-east), Hungerford (6 miles west) and Calcot (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.8 miles south-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Boxford includes Sole Common Pond.
- Pubs nearby include The Bell pub (under half a mile south-west)
Events we cater in Boxford
Big or small, tapas work.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Boxford book us for events such as:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as Parish Church of St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Space, access and power needs
- How long the team stays
Your questions about tapas catering in Boxford
Do you come out to small places like Boxford?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Boxford for guests?
Kintbury station, about 3.9 miles south-west of the centre.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Each dish is labelled.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella in Boxford
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Catering across West Berkshire, including Boxford
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Nearby places to Boxford
Other catering in Boxford
- 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