West Berkshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Colthrop, West Berkshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Colthrop. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Tapas starters
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Live tapas catering in Colthrop
Tapas catering for your event in Colthrop
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. For tapas and paella menus and birthday and anniversary parties, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and patatas bravas and more.
In a rural spot like Colthrop, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Location
- Colthrop (RG19, RG18)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Each dish is labelled.
Serving boards and crockery.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Colthrop: venues and local tips
Colthrop is about 1 mile east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. For an event in Colthrop, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Colthrop. We cook in 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Colthrop often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG19 and RG18, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a home on Bath Road, Ashman Road and Fokerham Road. If your venue is just outside Colthrop, we also cover Crookham (2 miles south-east), Hyde End (2 miles south-east), Heads Hill (2 miles south-west), Mill Green (2 miles south) and Goose Hill (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (4 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles west), Hungerford (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.6 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (4.6 miles west). Open spaces near Colthrop include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Nearby schools include Kennet School (0.5 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Swan pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Fast service from the pan
- Drinks service on request
- A clear, itemised quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Your questions about tapas catering in Colthrop
Is Colthrop 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.
How far is Colthrop from London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you cater in Colthrop?
We do. Colthrop is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Organising a club, school or community event in Colthrop? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Nearby places to Colthrop
More for events in Colthrop
Occasions we cook for in Colthrop
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Colthrop and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement parties
- Cocktail parties
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Shaw House (3.5 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
- The venue requirements
- How each diet is kept separate
How the day works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Colthrop until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Colthrop, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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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.
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