West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Catmore
Planning tapas catering in Catmore? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering for Catmore events
Live paella or other catering?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- We cover Catmore and the whole of West Berkshire
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fast service from the pan
Tapas catering in Catmore, cooked live
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. We cook Manchego with membrillo, tortilla española and croquetas, and we are frequently booked for sharing tapas starters and work receptions.
In a rural spot like Catmore, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
- Location
- Catmore (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room for a tapas table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Catmore
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Label seafood clearly
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Add sangria or cava
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Catmore questions
Do you cater in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Catmore from London?
About 54 miles from central London.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer drinks reception in Catmore 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.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Catmore? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Tapas for events in Catmore
Catmore is about 6 miles south-east of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Catmore or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Catmore is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Catmore to Oxford (17 miles away).
Catmore is within about 6 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in RG20, we plan around your venue and your guests. For events just outside Catmore, we cover Farnborough (2 miles north-west), Brightwalton (2 miles west), Stanmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south-west) and West Ilsley (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south), Hungerford (10 miles south-west) and Calcot (14 miles south-east).
Towns and villages near Catmore
Other catering in Catmore
Why choose tapas catering in Catmore?
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Catmore, people book us for events such as:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Margaret, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- Payment terms and deposit
- How long the team stays
- 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