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Tapas Catering for Pingewood events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Pingewood.
- Engagement drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering in Pingewood
How our tapas catering works in Pingewood
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. For work receptions and tapas before paella, we can cook Serrano ham, padrón peppers and patatas bravas.
Near Pingewood, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Is live paella right for your event?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Pingewood
- We cover Pingewood and the whole of Reading
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Label seafood clearly
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Tapas go out to the tables.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Your questions about tapas catering in Pingewood
Is Pingewood close to London?
About 40 miles from central London.
Is Pingewood 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.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Pingewood is around 9:25pm in 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 the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Also near Pingewood
Other catering in Pingewood
Events we cater in Pingewood
They work for any size of event.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday drinks
- Evening sharing boards
- Cocktail parties
Historic buildings near Pingewood frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Drinks receptions around Pingewood
Pingewood is about 2 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. Events in Pingewood are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cook in 34 places in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Reading Green Park station, about 0.6 miles north. Historic houses near Pingewood include Mapledurham House (4.7 miles north) and Stratfield Saye House (4.8 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the RG30 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Burghfield Bridge (1 mile north-west), Southcote (2 miles north), Fords Farm (2 miles north-west), Horncastle (2 miles north-west) and Trash Green (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (4 miles north-east), Norcot (3 miles north), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north-west), Shinfield (3 miles east), Arborfield Garrison (5 miles south-east) and Caversham Heights (4 miles north).
Nearby you will also find The Oracle (2.8 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Pingewood includes South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- 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