Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Chackmore, Buckinghamshire
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Chackmore and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Drinks reception canapés
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Chackmore
Tapas catering for your event in Chackmore
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We cook padrón peppers, tortilla española and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re often booked for tapas starters and tapas and paella menus.
In a rural spot like Chackmore, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Chackmore (MK18)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose tapas catering in Chackmore?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Stowe House (1.2 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Space on each table
- A spot for our serving station
- Space to finish hot dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
How we price tapas catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Nearby places to Chackmore
Also in Chackmore
Questions from Chackmore
How far is Chackmore from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London.
Is Chackmore too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
How much space do you need?
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.
Do we need staff for canapés?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Tapas for events in Chackmore
Chackmore is about 2 miles north-west of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Chackmore. We cater in all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 10 miles away.
Parks such as Stowe Park and Garden have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Historic buildings near Chackmore often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Tapas catering in MK18 is planned around your venue and timings. Local streets include Main Street, New College Court and The Maltings; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside Chackmore, we cover Radclive (1 mile south-west), Dadford (2 miles north-west), Water Stratford (2 miles west) and Shalstone (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Haydon Hill (15 miles south-east), Quarrendon Estate (15 miles south-east), Winslow (7 miles south-east), Watermead (15 miles south-east), Steeple Claydon (6 miles south) and Wingrave (15 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Menagerie (1.2 miles north-west) and Buckingham Community Hospital (1.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Buckingham Sand Pit.
- Local schools include Akeley Wood Senior School (1.1 miles north) and Buckingham School (1.7 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Queen's Head pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Label seafood clearly
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Chackmore hosts choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read How we price And The cost guide.
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 get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Chackmore stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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- 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