Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Tapas Catering for Windsor events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Windsor.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Work receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Tapas catering for Windsor events
Tapas catering in Windsor, cooked live
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We are frequently asked to cater birthday and anniversary parties and sharing boards for evening guests, with Serrano ham, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
In Windsor, tapas and paella together make a complete menu. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Windsor (SL4)
- County
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Windsor
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Permission from the venue
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
Also in Windsor
Receptions and parties in Windsor
Windsor is about 3 miles south of Slough, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Whether your event is in the middle of Windsor or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 57 places in Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Windsor to Reading (about 15 miles away).
Historic buildings near Windsor often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Historic houses near Windsor include St Leonard's Hill (1 mile south-west) and Windsor Castle (1.3 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Wherever your event is in SL4, we can cook for your guests. Your event could be at a home on Athlone Square, Leigh Square and Furness Square or the roads around them. Main roads around Windsor include the A308 and A332, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Windsor, we also cover Clewer (1 mile north), Dedworth (1 mile west), Boveney (1 mile north-west), Eton Wick (1 mile north) and Oakley Green (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Maidenhead (5 miles north-west), Boyn Hill (5 miles north-west), North Ascot (5 miles south-west), Cookham (7 miles north-west), Furze Platt (6 miles north-west) and Broomhall (6 miles south). Windsor is one of the larger places we cover in Windsor and Maidenhead, with plenty of venues for events.
A little further out are King Edward VII Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Berkshire Yeomanry Museum (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Bray Pit and Taplow Lake.
- Local schools include Windsor Girls' School (within half a mile south) and Windsor Girls' School (within half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Prince Albert pub (0.5 miles south)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Slough (2.8 miles north-east)
Occasions we cook for in Windsor
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Windsor book us for occasions like:
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks parties and receptions
After a ceremony at a church such as All Saints Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The deadline for final numbers
Live paella or other catering?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Live cooking, not reheated food
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Questions from Windsor
We’re having a ceremony at All Saints Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Windsor close to London?
Roughly 23 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cover Windsor?
Yes, we do. Windsor is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Hosting 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.
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Evening receptions in Windsor stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
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