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Tapas & canapé catering in Great Kingshill, Buckinghamshire
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 Great Kingshill.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Great Kingshill
Questions from Great Kingshill
How far is Great Kingshill from London?
Roughly 30 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Great Kingshill?
Great Missenden station, about 2.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Do you come to Great Kingshill?
Yes, we do. Great Kingshill is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
About our tapas catering in Great Kingshill
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. On the menu are tortilla española, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and we are regularly asked to cater engagement parties and receptions and drinks parties.
In a rural spot like Great Kingshill, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Location
- Great Kingshill (HP15)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Who books tapas catering in Great Kingshill?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Great Kingshill and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Historic buildings near Great Kingshill often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The venue requirements
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Great Kingshill 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.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
What affects the price in Great Kingshill
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Great Kingshill
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Check diets in advance
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Each dish is labelled.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Planning a tapas spread in Great Kingshill
Great Kingshill is about 3 miles north of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Tell us where your event in Great Kingshill will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Great Kingshill is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 19 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of the Good Shepherd, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: Great Missenden station is about 2.1 miles away. Great Kingshill is within about 3 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in HP15, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Stag Lane, Fairfields and Common Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Cryers Hill (1 mile south), Widmer End (1 mile south-east), Spurlands End (1 mile east), Hughenden Valley (1 mile south-west) and Stony Green (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Aylesbury (11 miles north), High Wycombe (3 miles south), Chesham (6 miles north-east), Marlow (7 miles south), Amersham (5 miles east) and Beaconsfield (6 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eden (3.3 miles south) and Great Missenden (2.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Great Kingshill includes Prestwood Local Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Pipers Corner School (0.8 miles south-west) and Holmer Green Senior School (1.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile west)
- 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