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Tapas & canapé catering in Bledington, Oxfordshire
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bledington and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering in Bledington
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
About our tapas catering in Bledington
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Bledington. We cook Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for birthday drinks and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near Bledington, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Bledington (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Other catering in Bledington
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Access to unload near the serving area
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Common questions in Bledington
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Leonard?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Bledington?
Kingham station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
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.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Step by step
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Bledington is around 9:30pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Bar staff and sangria.
Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Bledington
- We cover Bledington and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Planning a tapas spread in Bledington
Bledington is about 10 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Bledington and nearby villages. We cook in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Bledington to Oxford (20 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Kingham station is about 0.6 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Chastleton House (4 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Tapas catering in OX7 is planned around your venue. Your event could be at a home on Main Street, Station Road and Old Forge Close or the roads around them. Other places close to Bledington for tapas catering include Kingham (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Witney (10 miles south-east), Carterton (10 miles south), Chipping Norton (5 miles north-east), Woodstock (13 miles east), Cogges (11 miles south-east) and Bloxham (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Moore Cottage Hospital (4.9 miles west) and Park House Toy Collectors Museum (3.7 miles north-west).
Who books tapas catering in Bledington?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Bledington, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Leonard, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- 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