Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Chearsley, Buckinghamshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Chearsley. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering near Chearsley
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
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.
Tapas catering in Chearsley, cooked live
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Chearsley. Whether it is work receptions and engagement parties, we will put together a menu of tortilla española, croquetas and patatas bravas for your guests.
Near Chearsley, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Chearsley (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose tapas catering in Chearsley?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Chearsley and Buckinghamshire:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 1.5 miles south-east.
Before booking anyone
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The deposit and payment dates
- How late numbers can change
Drinks receptions around Chearsley
Chearsley is about 3 miles north of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Chearsley and nearby villages. Chearsley is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Chearsley to Oxford (about 12 miles away).
Historic buildings near Chearsley often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Historic houses near Chearsley include Waddesdon Manor (3.7 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across HP18. Local streets include School Lane, Bernard's Close and Aylesbury Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater events in Cuddington (1 mile east), Long Crendon (2 miles south-west), Haddenham (2 miles south-east), Gibraltar (2 miles east) and Kingsey (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (6 miles east), High Wycombe (14 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north), Elmhurst (7 miles east), Southcourt (6 miles east) and Princes Risborough (7 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Museum (3 miles south) and Dinton Castle (3 miles east). Open spaces near Chearsley include Snakemoor.
The process
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch while it cooks. Evening receptions in Chearsley 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.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Also near Chearsley
More for events in Chearsley
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Parking near the venue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A clear, itemised quote
- Drinks service on request
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
FAQs for Chearsley
Do you come out to small places like Chearsley?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Chearsley close to London?
About 42 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you come to Chearsley?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Chearsley. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Add sangria or cava
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Sangria and bar staff.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. 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