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Tapas & canapé catering in Ufton Nervet, West Berkshire
Something 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 Ufton Nervet.
- Tapas before paella
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering near Ufton Nervet
Tapas catering in Ufton Nervet, cooked live
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and padrón peppers, and we are often booked for drinks parties and receptions and tapas starters.
Near Ufton Nervet, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Ufton Nervet (RG7)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Ufton Nervet
Do you come out to small places like Ufton Nervet?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Ufton Nervet from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Bar staff and sangria.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
The process
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Ufton Nervet has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Ufton Nervet hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Occasions we cook for in Ufton Nervet
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Ufton Nervet book us for events such as:
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement celebrations
A picnic in Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
Drinks receptions around Ufton Nervet
Ufton Nervet is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Ufton Nervet. We cater in 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 6 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Ufton Nervet, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Peter, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Anywhere in RG7, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Green Lane, Camp Road and Island Farm Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile north-east), Ufton Green (1 mile north-west), Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile north), Sulhamstead (1 mile north) and Burghfield Hill (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (7 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (5 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north-east) and Shaw (10 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north) and Beaumys Castle (4.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include The Willink School (0.8 miles east) and The Willink School (0.8 miles east)
Also near Ufton Nervet
Other catering in Ufton Nervet
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
- 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