Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering in Little Marlow
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Little Marlow.
- Engagement parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Little Marlow?
Where we can cook in Little Marlow
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
Tapas catering for your event in Little Marlow
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Little Marlow. We’re often asked to cater engagement drinks and birthday drinks, serving Serrano ham, tortilla española and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Little Marlow, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Little Marlow (SL7)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in Little Marlow
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Little Marlow, people book us for events such as:
- Engagement parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Launches and office parties
Historic buildings near Little Marlow often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- When payment is due
- Staff numbers and hours
- Space, access and power needs
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. At midsummer, it’s light in Little Marlow until about 9:25pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Little Marlow? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Places near Little Marlow
Other catering in Little Marlow
Receptions and parties in Little Marlow
Little Marlow is about 2 miles north-east of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Events in Little Marlow are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cook in all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. We cook right across the region, from Little Marlow to Reading (about 14 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Bourne End station, about 1.4 miles east. Historic houses near Little Marlow include Cliveden (2.9 miles south-east) and Harleyford Manor (3.6 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
For tapas catering in SL7, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Church Road, Pound Lane and School Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in Fern (1 mile north-east), Coldmoorholme (1 mile east), Well End (1 mile east), Burroughs Grove (1 mile north-west) and Bourne End (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (3 miles north), Chesham (10 miles north-east), Amersham (9 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (4 miles north-east), Chalfont St Peter (8 miles east) and Princes Risborough (10 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include High Wycombe Castle (3.3 miles north) and Eden (3.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Taplow Lake and Warren Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Great Marlow School (1.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Queen's Head pub (under half a mile south-west)
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Check diets in advance
- Add sangria or cava
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Each dish is labelled.
Sangria and bar staff.
What affects the price in Little Marlow
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How long we are needed on site
- The number of people
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Little Marlow? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Little Marlow: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Little Marlow?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St John the Baptist: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why Little Marlow hosts choose us
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Catering across Buckinghamshire, including Little Marlow
- No hidden extras in your quote
See How we price Or The cost guide.
- 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