West Berkshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Wickham, West Berkshire
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Wickham.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas before paella
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering for Wickham events
Tapas catering in Wickham, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We’re frequently asked to cater evening sharing boards and tapas and paella menus, serving patatas bravas, tortilla española and albóndigas.
Near Wickham, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Wickham (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Wickham
Wickham is about 6 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For tapas catering in Wickham, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Wickham is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Wickham to Reading (about 20 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Kintbury station, about 3 miles south. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Wickham, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Wickham is within about 7 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in RG20, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include Welford Road, Baydon Road and Mant Close; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at events in Easton (1 mile east), Weston (1 mile north), Clapton (1 mile south-west), East Shefford (2 miles north) and Shefford Woodlands (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (6 miles south-east), Thatcham (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south-west), Lambourn (6 miles north-west) and Shaw (6 miles south-east).
A little further out are Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Wickham includes Sole Common Pond.
- Pubs nearby include The Five Bells pub (within half a mile west)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Catering across West Berkshire, including Wickham
- Fast service from the pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Bar staff and sangria.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Wickham: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Wickham?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Wickham close to London?
About 58 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How many paellas should we have?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Where we can cook in Wickham
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Unloading access
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Wickham
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
Towns and villages near Wickham
Other catering in Wickham
Why choose tapas catering in Wickham?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Wickham book us for events such as:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Swithin, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Allergen information for each dish
- Any travel, parking or access charges
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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.
Step by step
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Wickham is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
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