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Tapas & canapé catering in Broughton, Buckinghamshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Broughton.
- Engagement celebrations
- Table tapas as a starter
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Live tapas catering in Broughton
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Tapas catering for your event in Broughton
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Whether it’s anniversary parties and engagement drinks, we can cook croquetas, albóndigas and Serrano ham and more.
Tapas make a party in Broughton easy and sociable. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Broughton (HP22)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Tapas for events in Broughton
Broughton is about 2 miles east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. For tapas catering in Broughton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cook in 263 places across Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes, about 15 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St James. Historic buildings near Broughton frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Broughton is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in HP22. From Nutmeg Close, Foxtail Close and Herald Street or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Broughton, we also cover Burcott (1 mile north-west), Broughton Crossing (1 mile west), Bierton (1 mile north-west), Bedgrove (1 mile south) and Turnfurlong (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in High Wycombe (14 miles south), Chesham (10 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (7 miles south) and Haydon Hill (3 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Friars Square (1.9 miles west) and Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (1.9 miles west). The countryside around Broughton includes Dancersend Nature Reserve and Haddington Hill.
- Schools near Broughton include Stocklake Park Community School (1.4 miles west) and Aylesbury Grammar School (1.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Dog House (less than half a mile west)
Common questions in Broughton
Which station should guests use for Broughton?
Aylesbury station, about 2 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
How much tapas do we need?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Who books tapas catering in Broughton?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Broughton, people book us for occasions like:
- Engagement drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Canapés with welcome drinks
For guests coming by train, Aylesbury station is about 2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. Evening receptions in Broughton stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Space on each table
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Broughton
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
Places near Broughton
What else we do in Broughton
- 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