Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Tapas Catering for Littlewick Green events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Littlewick Green and the surrounding area.
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas before paella
Tapas catering for Littlewick Green events
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Collect dietary needs
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Label seafood clearly
- Add sangria or cava
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Tapas catering in Littlewick Green, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. We are frequently asked to cater birthday drinks and work receptions, with gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
In a rural spot like Littlewick Green, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Where
- Littlewick Green (SL6)
- Area hub
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Littlewick Green is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Littlewick Green
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Littlewick Green, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
Historic buildings near Littlewick Green frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if it rains
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Where we can cook in Littlewick Green
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
Littlewick Green: your questions answered
Is Littlewick Green close to London?
About 30 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Littlewick Green too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
What affects the price in Littlewick Green
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many staff you need
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The length of service
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Nearby places to Littlewick Green
More for events in Littlewick Green
Drinks receptions around Littlewick Green
Littlewick Green is about 3 miles west of Maidenhead, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Events in Littlewick Green are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 57 places in Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 9 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Saint John the Evangelist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Maidenhead station is about 3 miles away.
We cater events across SL6. Your event could be at a home on Gilchrist Way, Coronation Road and Bath Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Holloway (1 mile north-east), Burchett's Green (1 mile north), Woolley Green (1 mile east), Stubbings (1 mile north-east) and Pinkneys Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidenhead (3 miles east), Windsor (7 miles east), North Ascot (8 miles south-east), Cookham (4 miles north-east), Furze Platt (3 miles north-east) and Dedworth (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Marlow Museum (3.8 miles north) and St Mark's Hospital (2.2 miles east). Not far away are Taplow Lake and Weycock Hill.
- Local schools include Manor Green School (1.4 miles east) and Newlands Girls' School (1.5 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Shire Horse pub (0.7 miles east)
- 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