West Berkshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Eddington, West Berkshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Eddington. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Engagement drinks
- Cocktail parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
Tapas catering in Eddington
About our tapas catering in Eddington
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. On the menu are albóndigas, tortilla española and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for welcome-drink canapés and tapas with a paella main course.
Near Eddington, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Eddington (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Drinks receptions around Eddington
Eddington is about 8 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For an event in Eddington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Eddington. We cover all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire. Our events stretch from Eddington to Reading (about 23 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Eddington has its own station, Hungerford station. Eddington is within about 7 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in RG17 is planned around your venue and timings. From Waram Close, Oxford Street and Kennet Court or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover events in Upper Eddington (1 mile north-west), Hungerford (1 mile south-west), Leverton (1 mile north-west), Chilton Foliat (2 miles north-west) and Woodlands St Mary (4 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (8 miles east), Thatcham (11 miles east), Speenhamland (8 miles east), Lambourn (6 miles north), Shaw (8 miles east) and Kingsclere (13 miles south-east).
The countryside around Eddington includes Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
- Local schools include John O'Gaunt School (1.1 miles south)
- Local pubs include Amore pub (under half a mile south-west)
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Parking near the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Room for a tapas table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The courses you’d like
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Nearby places to Eddington
What else we do in Eddington
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Sunset in Eddington is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Eddington? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Who books tapas catering in Eddington?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening sharing boards
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Hungerford Methodist Church.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- How bad weather is handled
- How long the team stays
- Allergen information for each dish
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Eddington hosts choose us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Catering across West Berkshire, including Eddington
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Canapés need staff to serve
Afterwards, we clear away.
Add a live paella main.
Your questions about tapas catering in Eddington
Can you cook at venues 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.
Do you come out to small places like Eddington?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
How much does tapas catering cost in Eddington?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
- 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