Milton Keynes · England
Tapas Catering in Bradwell Abbey
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bradwell Abbey: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
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Tapas catering in Bradwell Abbey, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Popular choices include tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for launches and office parties and table tapas as a starter.
In a rural spot like Bradwell Abbey, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Where
- Bradwell Abbey (MK13, MK8, MK12)
- Region
- Milton Keynes
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
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Why choose live paella in Bradwell Abbey?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Bradwell Abbey
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Catering across Milton Keynes, including Bradwell Abbey
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Drinks receptions around Bradwell Abbey
Bradwell Abbey is about 1 mile north-west of Milton Keynes, in Milton Keynes. Wherever your event is in the MK13 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 73 towns and villages across Milton Keynes.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Lawrence. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Milton Keynes Central station, about 1.3 miles south-east.
Tapas catering in MK13, MK8 and MK12 is planned around your venue and your guests. From Erica Road, Abbey Road and Common Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Bradwell Abbey for tapas catering include Bradwell (1 mile north-east), Bradville (1 mile north-east), Loughton (1 mile south-east) and Milton Keynes (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Bletchley (4 miles south-east), Newport Pagnell (4 miles north-east), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (5 miles south-east), Furzton (3 miles south-east), Middleton (4 miles east) and Fenny Stratford (5 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Midsummer Place (1.7 miles east) and Bradwell Motte (less than half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Lodge Lake and Little Linford Wood.
- Local schools include Stantonbury Campus (1.3 miles north-east) and Stantonbury Campus (1.3 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Prince Albert Public House (under half a mile east)
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Check diets in advance
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Staff to serve canapés.
Perfect for your event in Bradwell Abbey
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
A picnic in South Loughton Valley park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The wet-weather plan
- How long the team stays
Questions from Bradwell Abbey
Do you come out to small places like Bradwell Abbey?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Bradwell Abbey close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Bradwell Abbey.
The process
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Bradwell Abbey is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space on each table
- Parking near the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
- 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