Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Garsington events
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Garsington.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering near Garsington
About our tapas catering in Garsington
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We cook gambas al ajillo, croquetas and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for tapas with a paella main course and anniversary parties.
For a country party near Garsington, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Garsington (OX44)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Garsington
Garsington is about 4 miles south-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For an event in Garsington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Garsington. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Garsington Manor (0.6 miles south-east) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.3 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Radley station, about 3.8 miles south-west.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX44. From Oxford Road, Combewell and Hazel End or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Garsington, we also cover Blenheim (1 mile east), Denton (1 mile east), Horspath (1 mile north), Cuddesdon (2 miles east) and Littleworth (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (4 miles north-west), Didcot (8 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-west), Witney (15 miles west) and Thame (9 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include NHS Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group (1.9 miles north-west) and British Tattoo History Museum (2.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Shotover and CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include The Oxford Academy (2.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find Red Lion pub (within half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Library Farmhouse (within half a mile east)
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Ask for labels on each dish
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Sangria and bar staff.
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A spot for our serving station
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Also in Garsington
Your questions about tapas catering in Garsington
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Mary: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Garsington too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Who books tapas catering in Garsington?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Garsington book us for events such as:
- Launches and office parties
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
- Engagement parties
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Garsington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before you book anyone
- What happens if it rains
- Whether travel is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- A quote that spells everything out
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See Our prices page And The cost guide.
For event organisers in Garsington
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Garsington? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
The process
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. At midsummer, it’s light in Garsington until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Read more
- 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