Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in East Claydon, Buckinghamshire
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in East Claydon.
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
Planning an event in East Claydon?
Tapas catering in East Claydon, cooked live
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and office parties and launches, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
Near East Claydon, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- East Claydon (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around East Claydon
East Claydon is about 6 miles south-east of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of East Claydon to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook 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.
Historic houses near East Claydon include Claydon House (1.2 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Anywhere in MK18, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Sandhill Road, Hinton Close and Briary Court; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Botolph Claydon (1 mile south), Middle Claydon (1 mile west), Steeple Claydon (2 miles west), Adstock (3 miles north) and Padbury (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Aylesbury (9 miles south-east), Buckingham (6 miles north-west), Elmhurst (9 miles south-east), Southcourt (10 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (14 miles south) and Haydon Hill (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckingham Community Hospital (5.9 miles north-west) and Bolbec Castle (4.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Calvert Jubilee.
- Schools near East Claydon include Sir Thomas Fremantle School (2.4 miles north-east)
Before you choose a spot
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Permission from the venue
- Space on each table
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in East Claydon
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
The process
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Evening receptions in East Claydon 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 and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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What affects the price in East Claydon
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The venue or postcode
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in East Claydon
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Events in East Claydon and across Buckinghamshire
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Occasions we cook for in East Claydon
They work for any size of event.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement drinks
- Launches and office parties
Historic buildings near East Claydon frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How bad weather is handled
- When payment is due
- The venue requirements
Common questions in East Claydon
Do you come out to small places like East Claydon?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come to East Claydon?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in East Claydon and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you cook indoors?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Towns and villages near East Claydon
Other catering in East Claydon
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and normally vegetarian.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Add sangria or cava
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask for labels on each dish
Each dish is labelled.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
- 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