West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering for Silchester events
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Silchester.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
Tapas catering near Silchester
How our tapas catering works in Silchester
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Whether it’s anniversary parties and drinks parties and receptions, we can cook albóndigas, Serrano ham and patatas bravas and more.
Near Silchester, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Silchester (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Check diets in advance
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Staff to serve canapés.
What tapas catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How many staff you need
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
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.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
FAQs for Silchester
Could we have live paella in Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How far is Silchester from London?
About 45 miles from central London.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Occasions we cook for in Silchester
Big or small, tapas work.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (3.3 miles south) and Stratfield Saye House (4.6 miles east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Nearby places to Silchester
Other catering in Silchester
Paella compared with other options
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why Silchester hosts choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Silchester
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
Drinks receptions around Silchester
Silchester is about 2 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Silchester or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Silchester is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 8 miles away.
Parks such as Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 2.4 miles south-east.
Wherever your event is in RG7, we can bring tapas catering to you. That could mean an event in a garden on Little London Road, Romans Field and Dukes Ride. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Pamber Heath (1 mile north-west), Aldermaston Soke (1 mile north-west), Old Warren (2 miles north-west), Little London (2 miles south) and Pamber Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-east), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.1 miles south) and Calleva Museum (under half a mile north-east). Open spaces near Silchester include Hosehill Lake.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it is light in Silchester until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
- 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