West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in East Garston Woodlands
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in East Garston Woodlands.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering near East Garston Woodlands
Tapas catering for your event in East Garston Woodlands
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. On the menu are croquetas, patatas bravas and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for receptions and drinks parties and canapés with welcome drinks.
For a country party near East Garston Woodlands, tapas and sangria set the mood. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- East Garston Woodlands (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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.
What affects the price in East Garston Woodlands
These are the factors that matter most:
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Towns and villages near East Garston Woodlands
Also in East Garston Woodlands
FAQs for East Garston Woodlands
Do you cater in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary's Church?
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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you provide serving staff?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you come to East Garston Woodlands?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and East Garston Woodlands is within our area and the rest of West Berkshire. For a quote, use our quote form.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask for labels on each dish
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Serving boards and crockery.
Drinks receptions around East Garston Woodlands
East Garston Woodlands is about 9 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of East Garston Woodlands or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire. Our events stretch from East Garston Woodlands to Oxford (22 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hungerford station, about 4.1 miles south. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of East Garston Woodlands, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of the RG17 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Shefford Woodlands (1 mile south-east), East Garston (1 mile north-east), Eastbury (1 mile north), Great Shefford (2 miles east) and East Shefford (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (9 miles south-east), Thatcham (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (9 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south), Lambourn (3 miles north-west) and Shaw (9 miles south-east).
Not far away are Watts Bank.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in East Garston Woodlands stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Parking near the venue
- Permission from the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, often with alioli.
Who books tapas catering in East Garston Woodlands?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in East Garston Woodlands and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Tapas before paella
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- Staff numbers and hours
- Who provides the crockery
- VAT, if it applies
- 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