Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Frilford Heath events
Something 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 Frilford Heath.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas before paella
Live tapas catering in Frilford Heath
Tapas catering for your event in Frilford Heath
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. For work receptions and birthday drinks, we will put together a menu of patatas bravas, Serrano ham and tortilla española for your guests.
For a country party near Frilford Heath, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Frilford Heath (OX13)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label seafood clearly
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Add a live paella main.
The process
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Frilford Heath is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Receptions and parties in Frilford Heath
Frilford Heath is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Across the OX13 area, we can cook for your guests. Frilford Heath is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 7 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Appleton Manor (2 miles north) and Longworth House (3.9 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. For guests coming by train, Radley station is about 5 miles away.
We cook at events all over the OX13 postcode area. We also cook at events in Tubney (1 mile north-west), Frilford (1 mile south), Marcham (1 mile south-east), Cothill (1 mile north-east) and Fyfield (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (9 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (7 miles south-west).
A little further out are Abingdon Community Hospital (2.5 miles east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Cumnor Hill and Hitchcopse Pit.
- Local schools include Larkmead School (2.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Dog House Hotel (within half a mile north-east)
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Why choose live paella in Frilford Heath?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A clear, itemised quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
Questions from Frilford Heath
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Lawrence: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Frilford Heath for guests?
Radley station, about 5 miles east of the centre.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Space, weather and the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Frilford Heath
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
What affects the price in Frilford Heath
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- The length of service
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Who books tapas catering in Frilford Heath?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
Historic buildings near Frilford Heath often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- Travel and parking costs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How long the team stays
More for events in Frilford Heath
- 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