Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Hinksey Hill
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Hinksey Hill and Oxfordshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Book tapas catering in Hinksey Hill
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Tapas catering in Hinksey Hill, cooked live
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it’s receptions and drinks parties and sharing tapas starters, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, Serrano ham and tortilla española and more.
In a rural spot like Hinksey Hill, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated.
- Where
- Hinksey Hill (OX1)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it’s light in Hinksey Hill until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
Live paella or other catering?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A quote that spells everything out
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What the venue already provides
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Hinksey Hill: venues and local tips
Hinksey Hill is about 2 miles south-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For tapas catering in Hinksey Hill, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Hinksey Hill is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover.
Historic houses near Hinksey Hill include Holywell Manor, Oxford (2.3 miles north) and Appleton Manor (4.2 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Guests travelling by rail: Oxford station is about 2 miles away.
We cover events in every part of the OX1 postcode area. Whether your event is on Betty Lane, Badger Lane and Hinksey Hill or a nearby road, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in South Hinksey (1 mile north), Redbridge (1 mile east), Chilswell (1 mile west), New Hinksey (1 mile north-east) and Bayworth (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Didcot (8 miles south), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south), Witney (11 miles north-west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include The Story Museum (1.8 miles north) and Westgate Shopping Centre (1.8 miles north). The countryside around Hinksey Hill includes Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
- Local schools include Greyfriars Catholic School (1.8 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The General Elliot pub (0.7 miles north)
- Local facilities include Alexander Library of Ornithology (2 miles north-east)
Towns and villages near Hinksey Hill
Also in Hinksey Hill
Who books tapas catering in Hinksey Hill?
Tapas are sociable food.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Lawrence.
Questions to ask before you book
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether travel is included
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Include staff for canapés
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Questions from Hinksey Hill
Do you come out to small places like Hinksey Hill?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Could we have live paella in Raleigh Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
- 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