Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering for Horsenden events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Horsenden.
- Evening sharing boards
- Table tapas as a starter
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering near Horsenden
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Evening receptions in Horsenden 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.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
About our tapas catering in Horsenden
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Whether it is office parties and launches and sharing boards for evening guests, we’ll put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, tortilla española and croquetas.
For a country party near Horsenden, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Horsenden (HP27)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Horsenden
Other catering in Horsenden
Planning a tapas spread in Horsenden
Horsenden is about 5 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Horsenden to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 263 places in Buckinghamshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 16 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Horsenden, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Guests travelling by rail: Horsenden has its own station, Princes Risborough station. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Horsenden, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over the HP27 postcode area. For events just outside Horsenden, we cover Bledlow (1 mile south-west), Princes Risborough (1 mile east), Pitch Green (1 mile west), Alscot (1 mile north-east) and Longwick (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (7 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south-east), Chesham (10 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (11 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Community Hospital (5.3 miles west) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (2.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
- Schools near Horsenden include Princes Risborough Primary School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Bird in Hand pub (0.6 miles east)
Perfect for your event in Horsenden
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
- Evening sharing boards
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Michael and All Angels.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the team stays
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether travel is included
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Parking near the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Permission from the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
Horsenden: your questions answered
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Michael and All Angels: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Horsenden close to London?
Roughly 36 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Do you cater in Horsenden?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Horsenden is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Add sangria or cava
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ask for labels on each dish
Afterwards, we clear away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Why choose live paella in Horsenden?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. There’s 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. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Horsenden hosts choose us
- Fast service from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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