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Tapas & canapé catering in Charlbury, Oxfordshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Charlbury: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Engagement parties
- Work receptions
- Evening sharing boards
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How our tapas catering works in Charlbury
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. For table tapas as a starter and tapas before paella, we will put together a menu of padrón peppers, Manchego with membrillo and tortilla española.
Around Charlbury, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Charlbury (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Charlbury: venues and local tips
Charlbury is about 6 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your event in Charlbury, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cook in 443 places in Oxfordshire. Our events stretch from Charlbury to Oxford (13 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Here we cover the OX7 postcode area. We can cater an event on streets such as Market Street, Crawborough Road and Sandford Rise or the roads around them. Being close to the B4022 and B4026, Charlbury is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. For events just outside Charlbury, we cover Fawler (2 miles south-east), Spelsbury (2 miles north-west), Finstock (2 miles south), Stonesfield (2 miles south-east) and Ramsden (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south-east), Banbury (14 miles north-east), Bicester (14 miles east), Witney (6 miles south), Carterton (9 miles south-west) and Kidlington (9 miles south-east).
Open spaces near Charlbury include Blenheim Farm.
- Nearby, you will find Ye Olde Three Horseshoes pub (less than half a mile south-west)
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Parking near the venue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Charlbury
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Charlbury 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 set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Charlbury, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Charlbury and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement drinks
- Anniversary parties
For guests coming by train, Charlbury station is about 0.5 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if it rains
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Who provides the crockery
Live paella or other catering?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
FAQs for Charlbury
We’re having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Charlbury?
The closest is Charlbury station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
What else we do in Charlbury
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Add sangria or cava
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Sangria and bar staff.
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Timings and hours
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- How many courses
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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