Wokingham · England
Tapas Catering in Shurlock Row
Looking for tapas catering in Shurlock Row? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Shurlock Row
Tapas catering in Shurlock Row, made fresh on the day
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. We cook Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo, and we are often booked for launches and office parties and anniversary parties.
In a rural spot like Shurlock Row, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Receptions and parties in Shurlock Row
Shurlock Row is about 4 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Shurlock Row and nearby villages. Shurlock Row is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 7 miles away.
Anywhere in RG10, we can cook for your guests. Your event could be at a home on Hungerford Lane and Darvills Lane. Nearby, we also cater events in Hungerford (1 mile west), Waltham St Lawrence (1 mile north), Hurst (2 miles west), Whistley Green (2 miles west) and Ruscombe (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (7 miles west), Wokingham (4 miles south-west), Woodley (4 miles west), Earley (6 miles west), Crowthorne (6 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are Wokingham Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Shurlock Row includes South Lake and Weycock Hill.
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak pub (under half a mile east)
Nearby places to Shurlock Row
Other catering in Shurlock Row
Who books tapas catering in Shurlock Row?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
In Shurlock Row and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Twyford station, about 2.5 miles west.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What happens if it rains
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
What tapas catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How many courses
- The number of people
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The courses you’d like
- A photo of the space, if you can
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Shurlock Row
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- We cover Shurlock Row and the whole of Wokingham
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
Common questions in Shurlock Row
How far is Shurlock Row from London?
About 31 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Shurlock Row?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
The process
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Shurlock Row is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
- 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