West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Padworth Common
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Padworth Common and West Berkshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening sharing boards
- Launches and office parties
Planning an event in Padworth Common?
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
About our tapas catering in Padworth Common
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. For launches and office parties and engagement celebrations, we can cook albóndigas, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas and more.
Near Padworth Common, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Padworth Common (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Padworth Common
What’s the nearest station to Padworth Common for guests?
Aldermaston station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Padworth Common too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Padworth Common.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
How it works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Padworth Common until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Padworth Common? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
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Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Each dish is labelled.
Sangria and bar staff.
Padworth Common: venues and local tips
Padworth Common is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Padworth Common or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Padworth Common is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
A picnic in Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Baptist.
Anywhere in RG7, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Rectory Road and Baughurst Road. If your venue is just outside Padworth Common, we also cover Old Warren (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north), Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Aldermaston (2 miles west) and Pamber Heath (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north-east) and Shaw (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Calleva Museum (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
Is live paella right for your event?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in Padworth Common
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Real theatre, not just catering
Who books tapas catering in Padworth Common?
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Guests travelling by rail: Aldermaston station is about 1.7 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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