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Tapas & canapé catering in Cassington, Oxfordshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Cassington: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
Live tapas catering in Cassington
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
Tapas catering in Cassington, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. We are often asked to cater engagement drinks and tapas starters, serving tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Cassington, tapas and sangria set the mood. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Cassington (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Cassington
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many guests are eating
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Waiting and bar staff
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the space, if you can
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Cassington
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Cassington? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Nearby places to Cassington
Other catering in Cassington
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Cassington: venues and local tips
Cassington is about 6 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Cassington to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Cassington is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Cassington to Oxford (about 6 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hanborough station, about 2.5 miles north-west. Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (3.4 miles north) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.8 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
We cook at events all over the OX29 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Church Lane, The Green and Pound Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Cassington, we also cover Swinford (1 mile south-west), Eynsham (2 miles south-west), Wytham (2 miles south-east), Farmoor (2 miles south) and Filchampstead (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (6 miles south-east), Didcot (13 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south), Witney (6 miles west) and Carterton (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (4.5 miles south-east) and Radcliffe Infirmary (4.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Cassington includes Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Cumnor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bartholomew School (1.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Chequers Inn (less than half a mile south)
Who books tapas catering in Cassington?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas and paella menus
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening grazing
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Cassington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if it rains
- The deposit and payment dates
Step by step
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell generally draws people over. Sunset in Cassington is around 9:30pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Cassington: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
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 usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Cassington close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Check diets in advance
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
- 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