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Tapas Catering for Earlstone Common events
Looking for tapas catering in Earlstone Common? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Earlstone Common events
Tapas catering in Earlstone Common, made fresh on the day
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. Typical bookings include engagement celebrations and table tapas as a starter, serving patatas bravas, albóndigas and Serrano ham.
Near Earlstone Common, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Earlstone Common (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ask for labels on each dish
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Serving boards and crockery.
Towns and villages near Earlstone Common
Other catering in Earlstone Common
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Why choose tapas catering in Earlstone Common?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever you are celebrating in Earlstone Common, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
Parks such as Sandleford Priory have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Before booking anyone
- Staff numbers and hours
- The deadline for final numbers
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
Tapas for events in Earlstone Common
Earlstone Common is about 3 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Earlstone Common or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Earlstone Common is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Earlstone Common to Reading (about 16 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of the Ascension, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. If you are looking at a historic venue around Earlstone Common, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG20. Other places close to Earlstone Common for tapas catering include Burghclere Common (1 mile north), Burghclere (1 mile south-west), Newtown Common (1 mile north), Wash Water (2 miles north-west) and Sandleford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (3 miles north), Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles north-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Schools near Earlstone Common include Burghclere Primary School (0.6 miles south) and Horris Hill School (0.9 miles north-west)
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Common questions in Earlstone Common
Is Earlstone Common close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We are having a ceremony at Church of the Ascension: can you cater afterwards?
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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Absolutely.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Do you supply canapé staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Is halal food available?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space for a serving table or station
- Permission from the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
How the day works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Earlstone Common is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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