Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Hailey events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hailey: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering for Hailey events
Tapas catering in Hailey, cooked live
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. We cook Serrano ham, croquetas and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for engagement celebrations and drinks reception canapés.
Near Hailey, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Hailey (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about tapas catering in Hailey
What’s the nearest station to Hailey for guests?
Finstock station, about 2.9 miles north of the centre.
How far is Hailey from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Receptions and parties in Hailey
Hailey is about 2 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Hailey to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Hailey is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Historic houses near Hailey include Minster Lovell Hall (1.9 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. For guests coming by train, Finstock station is about 2.9 miles away.
For tapas catering in OX29, we plan around your venue. From Fishers Close, Hicks Close and Giernalls Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Hailey for tapas catering include Delly End (1 mile north-east), Poffley End (1 mile south-east), New Yatt (2 miles east), Ramsden (2 miles north) and North Leigh (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles south-west), Grove (14 miles south), Faringdon (12 miles south) and Kidlington (9 miles east).
A little further out are Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Hailey includes Blenheim Farm.
- Local schools include The King's School (1.3 miles south-east) and Wood Green School (1.7 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Lamb And Flag Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Add sangria or cava
Afterwards, we clear away.
Crockery and serving dishes.
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether you need crockery
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Hailey is around 9:30pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Unloading access
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Hailey
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
Why choose tapas catering in Hailey?
They work for any size of event.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Drinks reception canapés
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Evangelist.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if it rains
Also near Hailey
More for events in Hailey
- 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