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Tapas Catering for Stoke Poges events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Stoke Poges: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Office parties and launches
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement drinks
Planning an event in Stoke Poges?
Tapas catering for your event in Stoke Poges
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Stoke Poges. Popular choices include tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo, and we are frequently booked for engagement celebrations and drinks reception canapés.
In Stoke Poges, tapas work at home or in a local hall. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and typically vegetarian.
Occasions we cook for in Stoke Poges
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Stoke Poges, people book us for events such as:
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Evening sharing boards
If you are looking at a historic venue around Stoke Poges, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- Who provides the crockery
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Stoke Poges
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
Stoke Poges: venues and local tips
Stoke Poges is about 2 miles north-east of Slough, in Slough. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Stoke Poges. Stoke Poges is one of 31 places in Slough where we cook. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 18 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Andrew's Church Centre, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Windsor Castle (4.3 miles south) and Cliveden (4.5 miles west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
For tapas catering in SL2 and SL3, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Bells Hill, Decies Way and Sefton Close; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater events in Wexham Street (1 mile east), Wexham Court (1 mile south), Fulmer (2 miles north-east), George Green (2 miles south-east) and Hedgerley Green (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Cippenham (3 miles south-west), Chalvey (3 miles south), Langley (3 miles south-east), Upton (3 miles south), Burnham (3 miles west) and Datchet (4 miles south). Being one of Slough’s larger places, Stoke Poges has plenty of venues and gardens for events.
Other landmarks nearby include The History On Wheels Museum (3.6 miles south-west) and Municipal Borough of Slough (2.5 miles south). The countryside around Stoke Poges includes Stoke Common and Taplow Lake.
- Nearby schools include Khalsa Secondary Academy (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rose and Crown pub (within half a mile north-east)
Why choose live paella in Stoke Poges?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Catering across Slough, including Stoke Poges
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Stoke Poges is around 9:25pm in 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.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or SL2 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Stoke Poges
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Nearby places to Stoke Poges
Also in Stoke Poges
Your questions about tapas catering in Stoke Poges
Is Stoke Poges close to London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Stoke Poges?
Slough station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
- 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