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Tapas Catering in Stratfield Saye

Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Stratfield Saye. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.

  • Canapés with welcome drinks
  • Launches and office parties
  • Receptions and drinks parties

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Tapas catering near Stratfield Saye

Tapas catering in Stratfield Saye, made fresh on the day

We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and drinks reception canapés, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas and more.

Near Stratfield Saye, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.

Where
Stratfield Saye (RG7)
County
West Berkshire
Dietary options
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
Extras
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
Quote
Contact us for a quote
Page updated
23 October 2026
A spread of tapas on wooden boards with glasses of red wine

Drinks receptions around Stratfield Saye

Stratfield Saye is about 5 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. For tapas catering in Stratfield Saye, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Stratfield Saye is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our events stretch from Stratfield Saye to Reading (7 miles away).

Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St. Mary the Virgin. Historic buildings near Stratfield Saye often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.

Anywhere in RG7, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Green Lane, Fair Oak Lane and New Street; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include West End Green (1 mile west), Fair Cross (1 mile north-east), Spanish Green (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (13 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).

Well-known places in the area include Calleva Museum (3.3 miles west) and Beaumys Castle (2.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.

Map of Stratfield Saye © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Stratfield Saye is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.

  1. Send us the date, venue and numbers.
  2. We suggest a selection and a quote.
  3. We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
  4. We serve canapés or table tapas.
  5. We pack down when service ends.

Getting ready for the day

  • Let us know the timings for the day
  • Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
  • Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches

Getting a price

The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Stratfield Saye, and we’ll put together a menu and price.

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Is live paella right for your event?

Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.

Why book with us

  • Paella cooked from scratch on site
  • Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
  • Served hot, straight from the pan
  • Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available

Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.

What’s in the pans

Croquetas

Always among the first to go.

Patatas bravas

A tapas classic.

Stratfield Saye: your questions answered

How far is Stratfield Saye from London?

Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.

We are having a ceremony at Church of St. Mary the Virgin: can you cater afterwards?

Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.

Do you cook tapas on site?

We finish hot dishes on site; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.

How many different paellas?

Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.

What does tapas catering cost?

The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.

Can you do sangria?

Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.

Do you provide serving staff?

Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.

Do you provide plates and cutlery?

If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.

What affects the price in Stratfield Saye

The price comes down to a few factors:

  • Parking and unloading
  • How many staff you need
  • How many guests are eating
  • How long we are needed on site

Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.

What we need to know

To check availability and price, we need:

  • A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
  • The date and time of the event
  • Whether the venue has crockery or staff
  • Any dietary needs and allergies

Planning tapas catering in Stratfield Saye? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.

Planners, venues and businesses

Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Stratfield Saye? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.

If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.

Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?

Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.

Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.

Who books tapas catering in Stratfield Saye?

They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.

Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:

  • Welcome-drink canapés
  • Receptions and drinks parties
  • Evening sharing boards
  • Anniversary parties

Historic houses near Stratfield Saye include Stratfield Saye House (1.1 miles east) and The Vyne (4.2 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.

What your quote should include

  • When payment is due
  • If the price includes VAT
  • What the caterer needs from your venue
  • Allergen information for each dish

12 questions to ask before booking

Before you choose a spot

We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:

  • Room for a tapas table
  • Unloading access
  • Room on tables for sharing dishes

If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.

Menu ideas

  • Manchego & membrillo
  • Serrano ham
  • Patatas bravas
  • Chorizo in red wine
  • Croquetas
  • Olives & bread
  • Padrón peppers
  • Tortilla española
  • Albóndigas
  • Gambas al ajillo

Browse the menu

  • 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

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