West Berkshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Speen, West Berkshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Speen.
- Tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering near Speen
Common questions in Speen
Is Speen too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Speen for guests?
The closest is Newbury station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, West Berkshire included. Find your area.
How many tapas per person?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Tapas catering in Speen, cooked live
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. We cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo, and we are often booked for cocktail parties and table tapas as a starter.
Near Speen, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Area
- Speen (RG14, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Speen
Other catering in Speen
Tapas for events in Speen
Speen is about 1 mile north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For an event in Speen, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Speen is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Speen to Reading (16 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Speen, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, Newbury station is about 1.2 miles away.
Anywhere in RG14 and RG20, we can bring tapas catering to you. Whether your event is on Bath Road, Pound Lane and Speen Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. We also cook at events in Bagnor (1 mile north), Speenhamland (1 mile east), Donnington (1 mile north-east), Stockcross (1 mile north-west) and Shaw (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Thatcham (4 miles east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Hungerford (7 miles west), Calcot (13 miles east), Lambourn (11 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (1.1 miles east) and Donnington Castle (1.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Rack Marsh.
- Local schools include St Bartholomew's School (1.1 miles south-east) and St Bartholomew's School (1.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Starting Gate pub (0.5 miles north-east)
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Label seafood clearly
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Each dish is labelled.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
How it works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Evening receptions in Speen stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose tapas catering in Speen?
They work for any size of event.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Speen and West Berkshire:
- Engagement celebrations
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Parish Church of St Mary.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- The wet-weather plan
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Organising for someone else?
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.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Speen? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
- 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