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Tapas Catering in Frieth
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Frieth.
- Engagement celebrations
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas before paella
Book tapas catering in Frieth
Events we cater in Frieth
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Frieth, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Historic houses near Frieth include West Wycombe Park House (3.2 miles north-east) and Greenlands (3.2 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- How bad weather is handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Tapas catering for your event in Frieth
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include cocktail parties and evening grazing, with padrón peppers, Serrano ham and croquetas.
Near Frieth, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Frieth (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What else we do in Frieth
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Check diets in advance
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Add a live paella main.
Step by step
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in Frieth 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.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Frieth
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Permission from the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
FAQs for Frieth
What’s the nearest station to Frieth for guests?
The closest is Marlow station, roughly 4.3 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Frieth?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Frieth.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Why choose live paella in Frieth?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
What affects the price in Frieth
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and rough timings
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. Just use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Receptions and parties in Frieth
Frieth is about 4 miles north-west of Marlow, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Frieth to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Frieth is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Frieth to Reading (about 12 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Marlow station is about 4.3 miles away. Historic buildings near Frieth frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Frieth, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in RG9, we can bring tapas catering to you. We can cater an event on streets such as Frieth Hill, Ellery Rise and Hayles Field or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater events in Little Frieth (1 mile north-west), Lane End (1 mile north-east), Bolter End (1 mile north), Fingest (1 mile north-west) and Cadmore End (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Thame (11 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (6 miles south-west), Benson (11 miles west), Chinnor (7 miles north), Tilehurst (13 miles south-west) and Wallingford (12 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Marlow Community Hospital (4.1 miles south-east) and Chiltern Sound Phonograph Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Yoesden.
- Pubs nearby include Yew Tree pub (less than half a mile north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include West Wycombe Rural (3 miles north)
- 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