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Tapas & canapé catering in Lower Green, West Berkshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Lower Green: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering for Lower Green events
About our tapas catering in Lower Green
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We’re often asked to cater work receptions and sharing boards for evening guests, with patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo and albóndigas.
Near Lower Green, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Lower Green (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Lower Green: venues and local tips
Lower Green is about 7 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For tapas catering in Lower Green, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Lower Green is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 23 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Michael. Historic buildings near Lower Green often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG17. Your event could be at a home on Craven Road, Weavers Lane and Bitham Lane. Close by, we cover events in Inkpen (1 mile east), Upper Green (1 mile south-east), Inkpen Common (1 mile east), Hell Corner (2 miles east) and Kintbury (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (7 miles east), Thatcham (10 miles east), Speenhamland (7 miles east), Hungerford (3 miles north-west), Lambourn (9 miles north) and Shaw (8 miles east).
A little further out are Hamstead Marshall 3 (4.2 miles east). Not far away are Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
- Schools near Lower Green include John O'Gaunt School (2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Old Craven Arms (less than half a mile north-west)
Where we can cook in Lower Green
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Lower Green
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- We cover Lower Green and the whole of West Berkshire
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Who books tapas catering in Lower Green?
Tapas get people talking.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Lower Green:
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Stargroves (4.1 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- What happens if it rains
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Lower Green has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Include staff for canapés
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Each dish is labelled.
Sangria and bar staff.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Questions from Lower Green
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Michael?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Lower Green for guests?
Kintbury station, about 2.4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Places near Lower Green
What else we do in Lower Green
- 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