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Tapas Catering in Finchampstead
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Finchampstead.
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering in Finchampstead
How our tapas catering works in Finchampstead
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. We’re frequently asked to cater engagement celebrations and table tapas as a starter, with croquetas, Serrano ham and padrón peppers.
For a country party near Finchampstead, tapas and sangria set the mood. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
How it works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it is light in Finchampstead until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Finchampstead? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Finchampstead: venues and local tips
Finchampstead is about 2 miles north-west of Yateley, in Wokingham. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Finchampstead and the surrounding area. Finchampstead is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham we cover. Our events stretch from Finchampstead to Reading (8 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Crowthorne station is about 1.7 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Tapas catering in RG40 is planned around your venue and timings. Whether your event is on The Village, Manor Barns Lane and Longwater Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Finchampstead, we also cover Eversley Centre (1 mile south-west), Eversley Cross (1 mile south), California (1 mile north-west), Eversley (1 mile west) and Lower Common (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (8 miles north-west), Wokingham (3 miles north), Woodley (7 miles north), Earley (6 miles north-west), Crowthorne (3 miles east) and Lower Earley (5 miles north-west).
A little further out are Pinewood Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Finchampstead include Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
- Local schools include Yateley School (1.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen's Oak pub (0.5 miles north)
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Occasions we cook for in Finchampstead
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
A picnic in Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Travel and parking costs
- The wet-weather plan
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Collect dietary needs
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Afterwards, we clear away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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.
Finchampstead questions
Is Finchampstead close to London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Finchampstead 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.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you cater in Finchampstead?
We do. Finchampstead is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Is live paella right for your event?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Finchampstead
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A clear, itemised quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
Towns and villages near Finchampstead
Other catering in Finchampstead
- 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