West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Goddard's Green
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Goddard's Green and the surrounding area.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering in Goddard's Green
Tapas catering in Goddard's Green, made fresh on the day
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. For receptions and drinks parties and sharing boards for evening guests, we can cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and albóndigas.
Near Goddard's Green, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
- Area
- Goddard's Green (RG7)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a tapas spread in Goddard's Green
Goddard's Green is about 5 miles south-west of Reading, in West Berkshire. For an event in Goddard's Green, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Goddard's Green. Goddard's Green is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook.
Nearby historic houses include Stratfield Saye House (3.7 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Historic buildings near Goddard's Green frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
We cater events across RG7 and the streets around it. We also cook at events in Wokefield (1 mile east), Burghfield Common (1 mile north-west), Stratfield Mortimer (1 mile south), Mortimer (2 miles south-west) and Mortimer West End (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (12 miles west), Thatcham (9 miles west), Speenhamland (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (3 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north) and Shaw (12 miles west).
A little further out are Thames Valley Police Museum (2.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Goddard's Green include Hosehill Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- Local schools include The Willink School (1.1 miles west) and The Willink School (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Rising Sun pub (1 mile west)
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Goddard's Green
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
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Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Table tapas are set down to share.
Waiting staff for canapés.
What affects the price in Goddard's Green
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Occasions we cook for in Goddard's Green
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Mortimer station, about 1.5 miles south.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
- Payment terms and deposit
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it’s light in Goddard's Green until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Goddard's Green: your questions answered
Is Goddard's Green too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Goddard's Green close to London?
Roughly 42 miles from the centre of London.
How do you work out quantities?
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.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
- 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