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Tapas Catering for Hare Hatch events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Hare Hatch. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Sharing tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Hare Hatch
Why choose tapas catering in Hare Hatch?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
Historic buildings near Hare Hatch frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the price includes, item by item
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each dish
Tapas catering in Hare Hatch, made fresh on the day
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Hare Hatch. Typical bookings include engagement drinks and table tapas as a starter, serving padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and albóndigas.
For a country party near Hare Hatch, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A spot for our serving station
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
Drinks receptions around Hare Hatch
Hare Hatch is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Hare Hatch. We cater in all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham. We cook right across the region, from Hare Hatch to Reading (7 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St James. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Wargrave station, about 1.4 miles west.
This part of Wokingham takes in RG10, so your event can be anywhere in it. Your event could be at a home on Bath Road, Tag Lane and Milley Lane. For events just outside Hare Hatch, we cover The Holt (1 mile north-east), Kiln Green (1 mile north-east), Ruscombe (1 mile south-west), Twyford (1 mile south-west) and Waltham St Lawrence (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Reading (7 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include St Mark's Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Weycock Hill and Hurley Chalk Pit.
- Schools near Hare Hatch include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (1.3 miles west) and The Piggott School (1.3 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Queen Victoria pub (less than half a mile north-east)
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Sunset in Hare Hatch is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Related guides
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Hare Hatch
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- No hidden extras in your quote
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
FAQs for Hare Hatch
Could we have live paella in Loddon Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many guests are eating
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Starters, canapés and desserts
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Hare Hatch? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
- 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