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Tapas Catering in Burcot
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Burcot. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Tapas starters
- Evening sharing boards
- Launches and office parties
Live tapas catering in Burcot
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Tapas catering for your event in Burcot
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. Whether it is tapas with a paella main course and launches and office parties, we can cook patatas bravas, croquetas and albóndigas and more.
For a country party near Burcot, tapas and sangria set the mood. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Burcot (OX14)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Burcot and across Oxfordshire
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Drinks service on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Step by step
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Evening receptions in Burcot stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Drinks receptions around Burcot
Burcot is about 4 miles north-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Across the OX14 area, we can cook for your guests. We cover all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 7 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Culham station is about 2.4 miles away. Historic houses near Burcot include Clifton Hampden Manor (1.2 miles west) and Brightwell Manor (3.4 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Anywhere in OX14, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Linnet Close and Abingdon Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Berinsfield (1 mile north-east), Dorchester (1 mile south-east), Little Wittenham (2 miles south), Drayton St Leonard (2 miles east) and Marsh Baldon (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles north), Didcot (4 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles west), Thame (11 miles north-east), Wantage (11 miles south-west) and Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (1.9 miles east) and Brightwell Castle (3.3 miles south). The countryside around Burcot includes Wittenham Clumps and Wells Farm.
- Local pubs include The Chequers at Burcot pub (under half a mile west)
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Include staff for canapés
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Afterwards, we clear away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Questions from Burcot
Is Burcot too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Burcot close to London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cover Burcot?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Burcot and across Oxfordshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How many different paellas?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Towns and villages near Burcot
Also in Burcot
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The number of people
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Occasions we cook for in Burcot
Big or small, tapas work.
In Burcot and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Canapés with welcome drinks
A picnic in Nuneham Courtenay? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Space, access and power needs
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
- 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