Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Tapas Catering in Shottesbrooke
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Shottesbrooke: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering for Shottesbrooke events
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- A spot for our serving station
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
Tapas catering for your event in Shottesbrooke
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Typical bookings include tapas and paella menus and anniversary parties, with Serrano ham, padrón peppers and tortilla española.
Near Shottesbrooke, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Shottesbrooke (SL6, RG10)
- Area hub
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Shottesbrooke
Also in Shottesbrooke
Tapas for events in Shottesbrooke
Shottesbrooke is about 3 miles south-west of Maidenhead, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Anywhere in SL6, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 57 towns and villages across Windsor and Maidenhead. You can also see our page for Reading, about 9 miles away.
Historic houses near Shottesbrooke include Harleyford Manor (4.7 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Guests travelling by rail: Twyford station is about 3.3 miles away.
We cook at events all over the SL6 and RG10 postcode area. From Pundles Lane, Broadmoor Road and Kiln Hill or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include White Waltham (1 mile north-east), Littlefield Green (1 mile south-east), Paley Street (2 miles east), Braywoodside (2 miles south-east) and Touchen-end (3 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidenhead (3 miles north-east), Windsor (7 miles east), Boyn Hill (3 miles north-east), North Ascot (6 miles south-east), Cookham (6 miles north-east) and Furze Platt (4 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Mark's Hospital (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shottesbrooke include The Gullet Local Nature Reserve and Taplow Lake.
Why choose live paella in Shottesbrooke?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Shottesbrooke and across Windsor and Maidenhead
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- The number of people
- Your choice of paellas
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Evening receptions in Shottesbrooke stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Collect dietary needs
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Common questions in Shottesbrooke
How far is Shottesbrooke from London?
Roughly 30 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Shottesbrooke too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Who books tapas catering in Shottesbrooke?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Engagement parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Baptist.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How bad weather is handled
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
- 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