Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering in Gibraltar
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Gibraltar: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement parties
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering for Gibraltar events
Tapas catering for your event in Gibraltar
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. For drinks parties and receptions and engagement parties, we can cook padrón peppers, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
Near Gibraltar, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Gibraltar (HP17, HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Gibraltar: venues and local tips
Gibraltar is about 3 miles south-west of Haydon Hill, in Buckinghamshire. For an event in Gibraltar, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Gibraltar is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 14 miles away.
Historic houses near Gibraltar include Waddesdon Manor (3.8 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of Saints Peter and Paul. Gibraltar is within about 8 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over the HP17 and HP18 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a home on New Road, Brogan Place and Donnington Row. Other places close to Gibraltar for tapas catering include Cuddington (1 mile west), Haddenham (2 miles south-west), Chearsley (2 miles west), Kingsey (3 miles south) and Towersey (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (4 miles north-east), High Wycombe (13 miles south-east), Chesham (14 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north), Amersham (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (5 miles north-east).
A little further out are St John's Hospital (1.4 miles north-east) and Dinton Castle (0.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Gibraltar includes Snakemoor.
- Local pubs include The Seven Stars Public House (under half a mile south-east)
What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Evening receptions in Gibraltar stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
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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Why choose live paella in Gibraltar?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Gibraltar
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- We cover Gibraltar and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Towns and villages near Gibraltar
More for events in Gibraltar
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Common questions in Gibraltar
How far is Gibraltar from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
What affects the price in Gibraltar
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose tapas catering in Gibraltar?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Cocktail parties
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 2.2 miles south-west.
Comparing caterers
- The wet-weather plan
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
For event organisers in Gibraltar
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label seafood clearly
- Add sangria or cava
Afterwards, we clear away.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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