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Tapas Catering for Crowmarsh Gifford events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Crowmarsh Gifford and Oxfordshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
- Launches and office parties
Live tapas catering in Crowmarsh Gifford
Tapas catering for your event in Crowmarsh Gifford
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for engagement celebrations and work receptions.
Near Crowmarsh Gifford, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Crowmarsh Gifford (OX10)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Receptions and parties in Crowmarsh Gifford
Crowmarsh Gifford is about 6 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Crowmarsh Gifford or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our events stretch from Crowmarsh Gifford to Oxford (12 miles away).
Historic buildings near Crowmarsh Gifford often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary Magdalene, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Crowmarsh Gifford is within about 7 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in OX10, we can bring tapas catering to you. Whether your event is on The Street, Little Hitchen and McCulloch Meadows or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Crowmarsh Gifford for tapas catering include Newnham Murren (1 mile south-west), Mongewell (1 mile south-west), Winterbrook (2 miles south-west), North Stoke (2 miles south) and Cholsey (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Wallingford Castle (0.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Wittenham Clumps and Ewelme Watercress Beds.
- Schools near Crowmarsh Gifford include Wallingford School (0.9 miles north-west) and Wallingford School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Add sangria or cava
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Serving boards and crockery.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Also near Crowmarsh Gifford
Also in Crowmarsh Gifford
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Perfect for your event in Crowmarsh Gifford
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
In Crowmarsh Gifford and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas with a paella main course
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Cholsey station, about 2.9 miles south-west.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- The wet-weather plan
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
How the day works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Crowmarsh Gifford is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Common questions in Crowmarsh Gifford
Do you come out to small places like Crowmarsh Gifford?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Crowmarsh Gifford close to London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you provide serving staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Events in Crowmarsh Gifford and across Oxfordshire
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Where we can cook in Crowmarsh Gifford
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room for a tapas table
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- 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