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Bracknell Forest · England

Tapas & canapé catering in Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest

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 Sandhurst.

  • Launches and office parties
  • Drinks reception canapés
  • Evening grazing

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Live tapas catering in Sandhurst

How our tapas catering works in Sandhurst

We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. For engagement celebrations and welcome-drink canapés, we can cook Serrano ham, padrón peppers and tortilla española.

In a town like Sandhurst, tapas suit garden parties, hall parties and receptions. Hot tapas need a spot to finish them. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.

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Where
Sandhurst (GU47, GU15)
Area hub
Bracknell Forest
Diets
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
Extras
Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
Quotes
Contact us for a quote
Page updated
23 October 2026

Paella compared with other options

A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.

Why Sandhurst hosts choose us

  • A quote that spells everything out
  • Every diet catered for, pan by pan
  • Fast service from the pan
  • Waiting staff and crockery on request

Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.

What we need at the venue

We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:

  • Venue approval for outside catering
  • A spot for our serving station
  • Space on each table

If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Menu ideas

  • Croquetas
  • Olives & bread
  • Serrano ham
  • Padrón peppers
  • Patatas bravas
  • Gambas al ajillo
  • Tortilla española
  • Albóndigas
  • Chorizo in red wine
  • Manchego & membrillo

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Drinks receptions around Sandhurst

Sandhurst is about 3 miles north-west of Camberley, in Bracknell Forest. From the centre of Sandhurst to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Sandhurst is one of 41 places in Bracknell Forest where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Sandhurst to Reading (11 miles away).

Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St George's Church. Parks such as Sandhurst Memorial Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.

For tapas catering in GU47 and GU15, we plan around your venue and your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as Church Road, Chapel Square and High Street. With the A321 and A3095 close by, Sandhurst is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. If your venue is just outside Sandhurst, we also cover Owlsmoor (1 mile north), College Town (1 mile south-east), Blackwater (1 mile south), Frogmore (1 mile south-west) and York Town (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Bracknell (5 miles north), Wick Hill (5 miles north), Priestwood (5 miles north), Lawrence Hill (6 miles north), Binfield (5 miles north) and Quelm Park (6 miles north). As one of the bigger places in Bracknell Forest, Sandhurst has plenty of venues and gardens for events.

Other landmarks nearby include Pinewood Hospital (2.5 miles north) and Staff College Museum (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near Sandhurst include Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.

  • Local schools include College Town Primary School (under half a mile south-east)
  • Nearby, you will find The Wellington Arms (less than half a mile south-west)
  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Royal Military Academy Library (1 mile south-east)
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FAQs for Sandhurst

Can you cook in Sandhurst Memorial Park?

Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.

Is Sandhurst close to London?

About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.

Do you do starters?

Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.

What about pudding?

Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.

Do you cater for vegetarian guests?

Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.

Can you cook in the rain?

Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.

How do you work out quantities?

That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.

Can the paella be cooked in a hall?

Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.

DIY paella versus live catering

If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.

You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.

Who books tapas catering in Sandhurst?

They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.

Whatever you’re celebrating in Sandhurst, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:

  • Anniversary parties
  • Launches and office parties
  • Engagement parties
  • Table tapas as a starter

Historic buildings near Sandhurst often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.

What your quote should include

  • Staff numbers and hours
  • Allergen information for each dish
  • Space, access and power needs
  • How late numbers can change

Choosing a paella caterer

Dishes our guests love

Croquetas

Croquetas disappear fast.

Patatas bravas

Always popular and generally vegetarian.

Working with your venue

For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.

For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.

How we price tapas catering

Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:

  • Your choice of paellas
  • Whether you need crockery
  • Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
  • How many staff you need

There is 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.

What we need to know

To speed things up, tell us:

  • Which courses you have in mind
  • What the venue already provides
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
  • A picture of where we’d cook

Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.

How it works

Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Sandhurst is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.

  1. You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
  2. We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
  3. We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
  4. We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
  5. Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.

How to prepare

  • Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
  • Give us your final numbers and diets
  • Name one person we can ask on the day

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Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Sandhurst? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.

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