Bracknell Forest · England
Tapas Catering in Martins Heron
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Martins Heron.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering in Martins Heron
Live paella or other catering?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Martins Heron
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
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Tapas catering in Martins Heron, cooked live
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Popular choices include tortilla española, croquetas and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for birthday and anniversary parties and welcome-drink canapés.
Tapas make a party in Martins Heron easy and sociable. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Martins Heron (RG12, SL5)
- Area hub
- Bracknell Forest
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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.
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 be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
How the day works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Martins Heron is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many guests are eating
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Martins Heron, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Martins Heron
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Towns and villages near Martins Heron
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What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Your questions about tapas catering in Martins Heron
What’s the nearest station to Martins Heron for guests?
Martins Heron station, in Martins Heron itself.
Is Martins Heron close to London?
About 28 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Bracknell Forest. Find your area.
Tapas for events in Martins Heron
Martins Heron is about 1 mile east of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. From the centre of Martins Heron to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Martins Heron is one of 41 towns and villages in Bracknell Forest where we cook. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 11 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Martins Heron station is in Martins Heron itself.
Wherever your event is in RG12 and SL5, we can bring tapas catering to you. That could mean an event in a garden on Bog Lane, Radnor Road and London Road. We also cook at events in The Warren (1 mile south), Jennett's Park (1 mile west), Forest Park (1 mile south), Bullbrook (1 mile north-west) and Harmans Water (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Sandhurst (5 miles south-west), Binfield (3 miles north-west), Popeswood (3 miles west), College Town (5 miles south-west), Farley Wood (3 miles west) and Amen Corner (3 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Heatherwood Hospital (1.5 miles east) and The Lexicon (1.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.
- Schools near Martins Heron include LVS Ascot (0.9 miles east) and Ranelagh School (1.1 miles west)
Who books tapas catering in Martins Heron?
Tapas are sociable food.
In Martins Heron and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement drinks
- Cocktail parties
- Sharing tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as St Paul, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- How long the team stays
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Who provides the crockery
- 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