Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Fringford
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Fringford. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
Planning an event in Fringford?
Tapas catering in Fringford, made fresh on the day
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. On the menu are tortilla española, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re frequently booked for tapas before paella and sharing boards for evening guests.
Near Fringford, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Fringford (OX27)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Bar staff and sangria.
Drinks receptions around Fringford
Fringford is about 4 miles north of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Fringford and the surrounding area. Fringford is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Fringford to Oxford (15 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Fringford frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Here we cover the OX27 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Main Street, Crosslands and Church Close or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in Hethe (1 mile north-west), Stratton Audley (2 miles south), Hardwick (2 miles west), Stoke Lyne (2 miles west) and Caversfield (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (15 miles south), Banbury (12 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (14 miles south) and Bure Park (4 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Beaumont Castle (3.2 miles north) and Bicester Community Hospital (4.4 miles south).
- Local pubs include Whitmore Arms Public House (0.8 miles west)
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. Evening receptions in Fringford stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- 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.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
Occasions we cook for in Fringford
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Whatever you are celebrating in Fringford, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks reception canapés
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Bicester North station, about 3.8 miles south.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What happens if it rains
Nearby places to Fringford
Other catering in Fringford
Fringford questions
What’s the nearest station to Fringford for guests?
Bicester North station, about 3.8 miles south of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Michael and All Angels?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
Do you come to Fringford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Fringford. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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