Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Ford, Buckinghamshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Ford. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering for Ford events
Tapas catering in Ford, made fresh on the day
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Typical bookings include tapas with a paella main course and engagement parties, serving Serrano ham, albóndigas and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Ford, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Ford (HP17)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Ford: your questions answered
Do you cater in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Ford close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Include staff for canapés
- Add sangria or cava
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Bar staff and sangria.
Also in Ford
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Ford 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.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Ford, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
Occasions we cook for in Ford
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening grazing
- Work receptions
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 2.8 miles west.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Tapas for events in Ford
Ford is about 4 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Ford to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 263 places across Buckinghamshire. We cook right across the region, from Ford to Oxford (about 15 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Ford, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Ford is within about 6 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in HP17 is planned around your venue. Streets in the area include Linden Way and Chapel Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Ford for tapas catering include Dinton (1 mile north-west), Upton (1 mile north), Bishopstone (2 miles east), Owlswick (2 miles south-east) and Sedrup (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (4 miles north-east), High Wycombe (11 miles south-east), Chesham (12 miles east), Marlow (15 miles south), Amersham (14 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Dinton Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and National Paralympic Heritage Centre (3.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Ford include Beacon Hill and Snakemoor.
- Pubs nearby include The Dinton Hermit Public House (under half a mile north-east)
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The paellas you choose
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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