Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Coscote
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Coscote.
- Work receptions
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
Planning an event in Coscote?
The process
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Evening receptions in Coscote stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm 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.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
How our tapas catering works in Coscote
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Popular choices include croquetas, tortilla española and albóndigas, and we’re often booked for sharing tapas starters and sharing boards for evening guests.
In a rural spot like Coscote, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Coscote (OX11)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- Room for a tapas table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The length of service
- How many guests are eating
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Who books tapas catering in Coscote?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Evening grazing
- Table tapas as a starter
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Didcot Parkway station, about 1.5 miles north.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- Who provides the crockery
- If the price includes VAT
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Add sangria or cava
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Coscote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Coscote: your questions answered
Can you cook at venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
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, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
Drinks receptions around Coscote
Coscote is about 1 mile south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Coscote and the surrounding area. Coscote is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 11 miles away.
Historic buildings near Coscote often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Nearby historic houses include Brightwell Manor (4.1 miles east) and Clifton Hampden Manor (4.9 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Coscote, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in OX11 is planned around your venue. Close by, we cover events in West Hagbourne (1 mile south-west), East Hagbourne (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south), Harwell (2 miles west) and Blewbury (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (11 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north), Wantage (7 miles west), Grove (7 miles west), Faringdon (15 miles west) and Benson (7 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Brightwell Castle (4.1 miles east) and Atlas Computer Laboratory (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Coscote includes Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Schools near Coscote include St Birinus School (0.9 miles north-east) and UTC Oxfordshire (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Fleur De Lys Public House (0.6 miles east)
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Also near Coscote
More for events in Coscote
- 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