Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Farmoor events
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 Farmoor.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Farmoor
Receptions and parties in Farmoor
Farmoor is about 5 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your event in Farmoor will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. We cater in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church. Nearby historic houses include Appleton Manor (3.5 miles south) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.4 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across the OX2 postcode area and the streets around it. From Mayfield Road, Oxford Road and Meadow Close or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Farmoor, we also cover Filchampstead (1 mile south), Swinford (1 mile north-west), Dean Court (2 miles south-east), Eynsham (2 miles north-west) and Wytham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (5 miles east), Didcot (11 miles south-east), Bicester (13 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-east), Witney (6 miles west) and Carterton (10 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Oxford University Press Museum (3.6 miles east) and Radcliffe Infirmary (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Cumnor Hill.
Tapas catering for your event in Farmoor
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Typical bookings include office parties and launches and birthday and anniversary parties, with gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and croquetas.
For a country party near Farmoor, tapas and sangria set the mood. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Area
- Farmoor (OX2)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll 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 big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Why choose live paella in Farmoor?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Fast service from the pan
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Farmoor
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Farmoor has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Before we arrive
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
How to get a price
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.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Farmoor: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Farmoor?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Farmoor for guests?
The closest is Oxford station, roughly 3.4 miles away.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. Find your area.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we are needed on site
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Farmoor
Other catering in Farmoor
- 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