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Tapas Catering in Tidmarsh
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Tidmarsh.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
Live tapas catering in Tidmarsh
Planning a tapas spread in Tidmarsh
Tidmarsh is about 5 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. For an event in Tidmarsh, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Tidmarsh. Tidmarsh is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Laurence, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic houses near Tidmarsh include Mapledurham House (2.5 miles north-east) and Basildon Park (2.5 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Tidmarsh, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over the RG8 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on Strachey Close and Tidmarsh Lane or the roads around them. For events just outside Tidmarsh, we cover Sulham (1 mile east), Pangbourne (1 mile north), Whitchurch-on-Thames (1 mile north), Little Heath (2 miles south-east) and Englefield (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north), Great Western Park (12 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Thames Valley Police Museum (3.5 miles south) and Battle Hospital (4 miles east). Open spaces near Tidmarsh include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Local schools include Denefield School (1.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Cross Keys pub (0.9 miles north)
Tapas catering in Tidmarsh, cooked live
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. For birthday and anniversary parties and evening grazing, we will put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and tortilla española for your guests.
For a country party near Tidmarsh, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Area
- Tidmarsh (RG8)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Perfect for your event in Tidmarsh
Tapas get people talking.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Work receptions
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas and paella menus
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Tidmarsh, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Tidmarsh is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- We cover Tidmarsh and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Fast service from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it 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.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Tidmarsh? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Include staff for canapés
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Serving boards and crockery.
Your questions about tapas catering in Tidmarsh
What’s the nearest station to Tidmarsh for guests?
Pangbourne station, about 1.1 miles north of the centre.
Is Tidmarsh close to London?
About 43 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
- 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