Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Ascott-under-Wychwood events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Ascott-under-Wychwood.
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening sharing boards
Book tapas catering in Ascott-under-Wychwood
How our tapas catering works in Ascott-under-Wychwood
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. For tapas starters and tapas before paella, we will put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and gambas al ajillo and more.
In a rural spot like Ascott-under-Wychwood, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Where
- Ascott-under-Wychwood (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening receptions in Ascott-under-Wychwood stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live 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.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ascott-under-Wychwood? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
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.
Live paella or other catering?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why Ascott-under-Wychwood hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
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Ascott-under-Wychwood questions
What’s the nearest station to Ascott-under-Wychwood for guests?
Ascott-Under-Wychwood station, in Ascott-under-Wychwood itself.
How far is Ascott-under-Wychwood from London?
Roughly 68 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Planning a tapas spread in Ascott-under-Wychwood
Ascott-under-Wychwood is about 6 miles north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX7, we will come to your venue or garden. Ascott-under-Wychwood is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Ascott-under-Wychwood to Oxford (about 16 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Ascott-Under-Wychwood station is in Ascott-under-Wychwood itself. Historic houses near Ascott-under-Wychwood include Minster Lovell Hall (4.8 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Wherever your event is in OX7, we can bring tapas catering to you. Whether your event is on High Street, The Green and Church Close or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Ascott Earl (1 mile west), Ascott d'Oyley (1 mile south-east), Chilson (1 mile north-east), Shipton-under-Wychwood (1 mile west) and Lyneham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Witney (6 miles south-east), Carterton (7 miles south), Faringdon (15 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles east), Chipping Norton (5 miles north) and St John Street area (15 miles south-east).
Not far away are Blenheim Farm.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Bar staff and sangria.
Who books tapas catering in Ascott-under-Wychwood?
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Ascott-under-Wychwood, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening grazing
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity.
What your quote should include
- Space, access and power needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
- Permission from the venue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- 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