Wokingham · England
Tapas Catering for Wargrave events
Looking for tapas catering in Wargrave? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Evening grazing
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering for Wargrave events
How our tapas catering works in Wargrave
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. Whether it’s work receptions and engagement celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Serrano ham for your guests.
Around Wargrave, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Travel, parking and access
- The length of service
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Send us the date, your venue or RG10 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Wargrave
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
Parks such as Loddon Nature Reserve have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What your quote should include
- The venue requirements
- How long the team stays
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- VAT, if it applies
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Label seafood clearly
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Step by step
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell generally draws people over. At midsummer, it’s light in Wargrave until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Space, weather and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
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.
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Organising a club, school or community event in Wargrave? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Receptions and parties in Wargrave
Wargrave is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. For tapas catering in Wargrave, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Wargrave. Wargrave is one of 35 places in Wokingham where we cook. Our events stretch from Wargrave to Reading (about 6 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Harleyford Manor (4.2 miles north-east) and Greenlands (4.3 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the RG10 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include High Street, Langhams Way and Victoria Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Bowsey Hill (1 mile north-east), Lower Shiplake (1 mile north-west), Cockpole Green (2 miles north), Knowl Hill (2 miles east) and Warren Row (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are St Mark's Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Hurley Chalk Pit and South Lake.
- Schools near Wargrave include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (1 mile south-west) and The Piggott School (1 mile south-west)
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (under half a mile west)
Wargrave: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Wargrave for guests?
The closest is Wargrave station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
How far is Wargrave from London?
About 33 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
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Also in Wargrave
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- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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