Milton Keynes · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Astwood, Milton Keynes
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Astwood. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Work receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement celebrations
Live tapas catering in Astwood
How our tapas catering works in Astwood
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Whether it is welcome-drink canapés and evening sharing boards, we can cook croquetas, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo and more.
In a rural spot like Astwood, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Astwood (MK16)
- County
- Milton Keynes
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Perfect for your event in Astwood
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Astwood, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
Guests travelling by rail: Kempston Hardwick station is about 4.8 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- How long the team stays
- A clear list of what’s included
FAQs for Astwood
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Peter: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Astwood too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you cater in Astwood?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Astwood. To check your date, use our quote form.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Nearby places to Astwood
Also in Astwood
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer drinks reception in Astwood has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:50pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Astwood? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Read more
Drinks receptions around Astwood
Astwood is in Milton Keynes. Anywhere in MK16, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 73 places in Milton Keynes, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes, about 9 miles away.
Historic buildings near Astwood often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Historic houses near Astwood include Turvey Abbey (3.3 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the MK16 postcode area. Streets in the area include Lewens Croft, Cranfield Road and Main Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Astwood for tapas catering include Chicheley (3 miles west), Cold Brayfield (4 miles north-west), Clifton Reynes (4 miles north-west) and Lavendon (5 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Milton Keynes (9 miles south-west), Bletchley (10 miles south-west), Newport Pagnell (6 miles south-west), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (10 miles south-west), Furzton (10 miles south-west) and Whitehouse (10 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Bedford Hospital (5.9 miles east) and Lavendon (4.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Stewartby Lake.
What tapas catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Paella compared with other options
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Real theatre, not just catering
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Spanish desserts to finish.
- 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