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Tapas & canapé catering in Aston Rowant, Oxfordshire
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Aston Rowant.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Planning an event in Aston Rowant?
Receptions and parties in Aston Rowant
Aston Rowant is about 4 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Aston Rowant or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Aston Rowant is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Aston Rowant to Oxford (13 miles away).
Historic houses near Aston Rowant include Adwell House (2 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Aston Rowant is within about 3 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in OX49, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From London Road, Aston Park and Aston Rowant Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Aston Rowant for tapas catering include Kingston Blount (1 mile north-east), Crowell (1 mile north-east), Lewknor (1 mile south-west), Postcombe (1 mile west) and South Weston (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (14 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles west), Thame (4 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south) and Benson (8 miles south-west).
A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (4.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Lambert Arms (0.5 miles south-west)
Tapas catering in Aston Rowant, cooked live
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Aston Rowant. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, croquetas and tortilla española, and we’re regularly asked to cater cocktail parties and engagement parties.
Near Aston Rowant, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
- Area
- Aston Rowant (OX49)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask for labels on each dish
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
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Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Aston Rowant
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Aston Rowant
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- How long we are needed on site
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
- Anything your venue supplies
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Aston Rowant: your questions answered
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Peter and St Paul: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Aston Rowant?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How many tapas per person?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Events we cater in Aston Rowant
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul.
Questions to ask before you book
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
- What the price includes, item by item
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Aston Rowant is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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