West Berkshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Fair Cross events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Fair Cross.
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Rustic barn weddings
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
Book wedding paella catering in Fair Cross
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Fair Cross
Fair Cross is about 6 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. From the centre of Fair Cross to the outskirts, wedding paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 6 miles away.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St. Mary the Virgin often hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. Historic houses near Fair Cross include Stratfield Saye House (0.7 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area. Other places close to Fair Cross for wedding paella catering include Stratfield Saye (1 mile south-west), West End Green (2 miles west), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west), Spanish Green (2 miles south) and Wokefield (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (14 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (3 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Beaumys Castle (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Fair Cross include Longwater and The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
How our wedding paella catering works in Fair Cross
We plan the wedding menu with you, course by course, to suit your guests, venue and budget. We cook Spanish desserts, table tapas and a paella wedding breakfast, and we’re frequently booked for wedding receptions after a small ceremony and marquee and garden weddings.
A wedding in a small place like Fair Cross often means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Fair Cross (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
About the dishes
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Send us the running order and speech times
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Put us in touch with your venue
On the day, we liaise with your coordinator or toastmaster, so you can enjoy yourselves.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
How it works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. In Fair Cross, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is typically served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and plans for the day.
- We build the menu course by course and send a quote.
- We agree timings with you and your venue, including speeches and photos.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Fair Cross? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Fair Cross
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
Fair Cross questions
Is Fair Cross too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St. Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is paella too casual for a wedding?
With the right presentation, it feels special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you cater for suppliers?
Yes. Include suppliers in your numbers and we’ll plan for them.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, consider your venue, diets and the style you want. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why us?
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- We cover Fair Cross and the whole of West Berkshire
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Who books wedding paella catering in Fair Cross?
It works as a wedding breakfast or evening food, so it fits any plan.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Mortimer station, about 1.7 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- Space, access and power needs
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- 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