West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Sheepdrove
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Sheepdrove.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing tapas starters
- Office parties and launches
Planning an event in Sheepdrove?
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
About our tapas catering in Sheepdrove
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. We are often asked to cater office parties and launches and evening grazing, with croquetas, tortilla española and albóndigas.
Near Sheepdrove, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
- Area
- Sheepdrove (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Other catering in Sheepdrove
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Sheepdrove is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Sheepdrove, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
What affects the price in Sheepdrove
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Travel, parking and access
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Receptions and parties in Sheepdrove
Sheepdrove is about 6 miles south-west of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Sheepdrove or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Sheepdrove is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Sheepdrove to Oxford (about 20 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Michael and All Angels. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Sheepdrove, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in RG17, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For events just outside Sheepdrove, we cover Lambourn (1 mile south-west), Upper Lambourn (2 miles west), Sparsholt (5 miles north), Westcot (5 miles north) and Kingston Lisle (5 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (12 miles south-east), Thatcham (14 miles south-east), Speenhamland (11 miles south-east), Hungerford (7 miles south), Shaw (11 miles south-east) and Wash Common (12 miles south-east).
The countryside around Sheepdrove includes Rams Hill and Seven Barrows.
Occasions we cook for in Sheepdrove
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Drinks reception canapés
- Cocktail parties
Historic houses near Sheepdrove include Ashdown House (3.9 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Why choose live paella in Sheepdrove?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Sheepdrove
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Events in Sheepdrove and across West Berkshire
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Your questions about tapas catering in Sheepdrove
Do you come out to small places like Sheepdrove?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Michael and All Angels?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Should we have more than one paella?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Sheepdrove? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Label seafood clearly
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Table tapas are set down to share.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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