Wokingham · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Coley Park, Wokingham
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Coley Park and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Evening sharing boards
Live tapas catering in Coley Park
Tapas catering in Coley Park, made fresh on the day
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. We’re often asked to cater cocktail parties and evening sharing boards, with patatas bravas, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo.
Tapas make a party in Coley Park easy and sociable. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Drinks receptions around Coley Park
Coley Park is about 1 mile south-west of Reading, in Wokingham. Events in Coley Park are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover all 35 towns and villages across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic buildings near Coley Park often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like All Nations Christian Centre.
We cook at events all over RG1, RG30 and RG2. Whether your event is on Hay Road, Shaw Road and Field Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Coley Park is on the A4, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Reading (1 mile north-east), West Reading (1 mile north-west), Green Park (1 mile south), Whitley (2 miles south-east) and Newtown (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Wokingham (6 miles east), Woodley (4 miles east), Crowthorne (10 miles south-east), Lower Earley (3 miles south-east), Winnersh (5 miles east) and Woosehill (6 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Battle Hospital (1 mile north-west) and Broad Street Mall (0.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Sonning Hill and South Lake.
- Nearby schools include The WREN School (0.6 miles west) and Elvian School (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Foresters Arms (under half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include University of Reading library (1.8 miles east)
Also near Coley Park
More for events in Coley Park
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it’s light in Coley Park until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Coley Park, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
For event organisers in Coley Park
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Coley Park? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Coley Park: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Coley Park?
Reading West station, about 0.7 miles north of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at All Nations Christian Centre?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Paella compared with other options
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in Coley Park and across Wokingham
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Where we can cook in Coley Park
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Unloading access
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Events we cater in Coley Park
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement drinks
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday drinks
A picnic in Eldon Square? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
- 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