Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering in Alscot
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Alscot and Buckinghamshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement celebrations
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Alscot
Alscot questions
Which station should guests use for Alscot?
Monks Risborough station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you cook at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How many tapas per person?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Tapas catering for your event in Alscot
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. For cocktail parties and anniversary parties, we will put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo for your guests.
Near Alscot, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Alscot (HP27)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Alscot
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Collect dietary needs
Each dish is labelled.
Sangria and bar staff.
Drinks receptions around Alscot
Alscot is about 6 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. Give us the address of your event in Alscot, and we will plan access and set-up. Alscot is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 17 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Teresa's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Alscot often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Alscot is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in HP27, we can cook for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Monks Risborough (1 mile east), Princes Risborough (1 mile south-east), Longwick (1 mile west), Askett (1 mile north-east) and Meadle (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (6 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south-east), Chesham (10 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (11 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Stoke Mandeville Hospital (4.8 miles north) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (1.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Alscot include Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Princes Risborough School (1 mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Whiteleaf Cross pub (0.7 miles south-east)
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- The paellas you choose
- Travel, parking and access
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
Planning tapas catering in Alscot? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Nearby places to Alscot
Also in Alscot
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Who books tapas catering in Alscot?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
Guests travelling by rail: Monks Risborough station is about 0.5 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The wet-weather plan
- The deposit and payment dates
- A clear list of what’s included
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Alscot 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.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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