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Tapas Catering in Tilehurst
Paella 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 Tilehurst.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering in Tilehurst
Tapas for events in Tilehurst
Tilehurst is about 3 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. For an event in Tilehurst, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Tilehurst is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook.
Historic houses near Tilehurst include Mapledurham House (1.6 miles north) and Basildon Park (4.5 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 0.8 miles north.
Anywhere in RG31 and RG30, we can bring tapas catering to you. Streets in the area include Ash Road, Tyle Road and Riley Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Tilehurst, we also cover Tilehurst Within (1 mile south-east), Norcot (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile south-east) and Purley on Thames (1 mile north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Didcot (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (11 miles north), Wallingford (10 miles north-west), Great Western Park (14 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Battle Hospital (1.7 miles east) and Broad Street Mall (2.6 miles east). The countryside around Tilehurst includes South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Tilehurst include Little Heath School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Butchers Arms (under half a mile north-west)
Tapas catering in Tilehurst, made fresh on the day
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We are often asked to cater anniversary parties and canapés with welcome drinks, with tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
For a party in a place like Tilehurst, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Tilehurst (RG31, RG30)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
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.
Space, weather and the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Parking near the venue
- Space to finish hot dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Perfect for your event in Tilehurst
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Tilehurst, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How long the team stays
- When final numbers are due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
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How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Tilehurst until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Tilehurst, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
What affects the price in Tilehurst
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Roughly how many adults and children
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Common questions in Tilehurst
Can you cater a reception after a service at Tilehurst Methodist Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How far is Tilehurst from London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater in Tilehurst?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Tilehurst is within our area and the rest of Oxfordshire. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you provide serving staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Add sangria or cava
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
- 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