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Tapas & canapé catering in Little Barrington, Oxfordshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Little Barrington: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests.
- Launches and office parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Receptions and drinks parties
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Tapas catering in Little Barrington, cooked live
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and albóndigas, and we’re frequently booked for birthday and anniversary parties and welcome-drink canapés.
For a country party near Little Barrington, tapas and sangria set the mood. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Little Barrington (OX18)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer drinks reception in Little Barrington has daylight until about 9:30pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Parking near the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Occasions we cook for in Little Barrington
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Little Barrington, people book us for events such as:
- Tapas before paella
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Peter, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Travel and parking costs
- The venue requirements
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
Planning a tapas spread in Little Barrington
Little Barrington is about 5 miles north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. For tapas catering in Little Barrington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Little Barrington. Little Barrington is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 20 miles away.
For tapas catering in OX18, we plan around your venue. Local streets include Minnow Lane and Middle Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater events in Burford (3 miles east), Fulbrook (3 miles east), Fifield (4 miles north-east), Idbury (5 miles north) and Milton-under-Wychwood (5 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Witney (9 miles east), Carterton (5 miles south-east), Faringdon (12 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (11 miles north-east), Woodstock (15 miles east) and Cogges (10 miles east).
A little further out are Moore Cottage Hospital (5.7 miles north-west) and Upton and Signet (2.2 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you will find The Fox Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Little Barrington
- Events in Little Barrington and across Oxfordshire
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A quote that spells everything out
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Tell us what role tapas play
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Also in Little Barrington
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Common questions in Little Barrington
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Little Barrington too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How many different paellas?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
- 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