Wokingham · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Hurst, Wokingham
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Hurst.
- Cocktail parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering for Hurst events
How our tapas catering works in Hurst
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We’re frequently asked to cater anniversary parties and table tapas as a starter, with croquetas, padrón peppers and Serrano ham.
Near Hurst, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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Hurst questions
Could we have live paella in Loddon Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Is Hurst close to London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
- How long we’re needed on site
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.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Hurst
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
Receptions and parties in Hurst
Hurst is about 2 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Hurst. We cater in 35 places across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Twyford station, about 1.4 miles north. Historic buildings near Hurst frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Here we cover the RG10 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Braybrooke Drive, School Road and Tape Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Whistley Green (1 mile north-west), Twyford (2 miles north), Hungerford (2 miles north-east), Ruscombe (2 miles north) and Woodley (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (5 miles west), Wokingham (3 miles south), Earley (4 miles south-west), Crowthorne (6 miles south-east), Lower Earley (3 miles south-west) and Newtown (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (2.7 miles south-west) and Wokingham Hospital (3.2 miles south). Open spaces near Hurst include Sonning Hill and Lavells Lake.
- Nearby schools include Waingels College (1.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Green Man pub (under half a mile north-east)
Perfect for your event in Hurst
They work for any size of event.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Hurst book us for occasions like:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening grazing
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement drinks
A picnic in Loddon Nature Reserve? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- How long the team stays
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Include staff for canapés
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Bar staff and sangria.
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. Evening receptions in Hurst stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Hurst
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
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 will follow them.
- 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