Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Bishopstone, Buckinghamshire
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bishopstone and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas starters
- Tapas before paella
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About our tapas catering in Bishopstone
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. Popular choices include patatas bravas, albóndigas and padrón peppers, and we are regularly asked to cater birthday drinks and evening sharing boards.
In a rural spot like Bishopstone, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Bishopstone (HP17)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Bishopstone stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and time of the event
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
Drinks receptions around Bishopstone
Bishopstone is about 2 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Across the HP17 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Bishopstone is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. Our events stretch from Bishopstone to Oxford (about 17 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Aylesbury station, about 2.1 miles north-east. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Bishopstone, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cover events in every part of the HP17 postcode area. Your event could be at a home on Bishopstone, Furlong Crescent and Moreton Lane. Other places close to Bishopstone for tapas catering include Sedrup (1 mile north), Walton Court (1 mile north-east), Ford (2 miles west), Upton (2 miles west) and Little Kimble (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as High Wycombe (11 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Marlow (15 miles south), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Beaconsfield (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (3 miles north-east).
A little further out are National Paralympic Heritage Centre (1.9 miles north-east) and Friars Square (2.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
- Local pubs include The Harrow pub (less than half a mile north-west)
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
About the dishes
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, often with ham or mushroom.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Perfect for your event in Bishopstone
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Bishopstone book us for occasions like:
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Office parties and launches
Historic buildings near Bishopstone often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How late numbers can change
- The venue requirements
- The wet-weather plan
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Serving boards and crockery.
Also near Bishopstone
Other catering in Bishopstone
Common questions in Bishopstone
Do you come out to small places like Bishopstone?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Bishopstone close to London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
- 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