Oxfordshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Little Milton, Oxfordshire
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 in Little Milton.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering near Little Milton
Tapas catering in Little Milton, cooked live
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Whether it is engagement celebrations and tapas and paella menus, we can cook albóndigas, Serrano ham and croquetas and more.
For a country party near Little Milton, tapas and sangria set the mood. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Little Milton (OX44)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella in Little Milton
- We cover Little Milton and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Drinks service on request
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A quote that spells everything out
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
The process
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. At midsummer, it’s light in Little Milton until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Little Milton
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Receptions and parties in Little Milton
Little Milton is about 6 miles south-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Events in Little Milton are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Little Milton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our events stretch from Little Milton to Oxford (about 6 miles away).
Historic buildings near Little Milton frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Little Milton, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX44, so your event can be anywhere in it. From High Street, Milton Manor Drive and Haseley Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Other places close to Little Milton for tapas catering include Denton (2 miles north-west), Cuddesdon (2 miles north-west), Blenheim (3 miles north-west), Garsington (3 miles west) and Wheatley (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (6 miles north-west), Didcot (9 miles south-west), Bicester (14 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles west), Thame (6 miles north-east) and Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are NHS Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group (4.9 miles north-west) and Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (3.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Wells Farm and Shotover.
Little Milton: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St James?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Little Milton?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you come to Little Milton?
We do. Little Milton is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Little Milton
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
Towns and villages near Little Milton
Other catering in Little Milton
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Events we cater in Little Milton
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Launches and office parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
Historic houses near Little Milton include Garsington Manor (2.4 miles west) and Adwell House (4.8 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Who provides the crockery
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The wet-weather plan
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
- 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