Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Bloxham
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bloxham: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering for Bloxham events
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
How our tapas catering works in Bloxham
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. We cook Serrano ham, patatas bravas and albóndigas, and we are regularly asked to cater tapas and paella menus and birthday and anniversary parties.
In Bloxham, tapas work at home or in a local hall. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Where
- Bloxham (OX15)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Bloxham
More for events in Bloxham
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Bloxham
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- We cover Bloxham and the whole of Oxfordshire
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
Drinks receptions around Bloxham
Bloxham is about 3 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX15, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. We cook right across the region, from Bloxham to Oxford (19 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Bloxham often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX15, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include High Street, Merrivale's Lane and Unicorn Street, and we can cook for an event on any of them. For events just outside Bloxham, we cover Milton (1 mile east), Broughton (2 miles north), North Newington (3 miles north) and Bodicote (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (3 miles north), Bicester (12 miles south-east), Kidlington (14 miles south), Bure Park (12 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (9 miles south-west) and Neithrop (3 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Bloxham Village Museum (within half a mile south-west) and Horton General Hospital (2.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
- Local schools include The Warriner School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Hawk & Partridge pub (under half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Check diets in advance
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Perfect for your event in Bloxham
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Bloxham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Broughton Castle (1.7 miles north-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Whether travel is included
- The wet-weather plan
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Bloxham is around 9:30pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Bloxham, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Related guides
Questions from Bloxham
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Mary: 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. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Bloxham for guests?
Banbury station, about 3.5 miles north-east of the centre.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
- 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