Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering for Middle Claydon events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Middle Claydon and the surrounding area.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
Tapas catering in Middle Claydon
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
About our tapas catering in Middle Claydon
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. We’re often asked to cater evening sharing boards and table tapas as a starter, serving patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and tortilla española.
Near Middle Claydon, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Middle Claydon (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Middle Claydon
More for events in Middle Claydon
Perfect for your event in Middle Claydon
They’re the classic starter before paella.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Middle Claydon and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing boards for evening guests
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of All Saints, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Middle Claydon
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
Receptions and parties in Middle Claydon
Middle Claydon is about 5 miles south of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Across the MK18 area, we can cook for your guests. Middle Claydon is one of 263 places in Buckinghamshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Middle Claydon to Milton Keynes (about 11 miles away).
Historic houses near Middle Claydon include Claydon House (within half a mile south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
We cover events in every part of MK18 and the streets around it. Nearby, we also cater events in Botolph Claydon (1 mile south-east), East Claydon (1 mile east), Steeple Claydon (1 mile north-west), Adstock (3 miles north-east) and Padbury (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (10 miles south-east), Elmhurst (9 miles south-east), Southcourt (10 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (15 miles south), Haydon Hill (8 miles south-east) and Turnfurlong (11 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Buckingham Community Hospital (5.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Calvert Jubilee.
Why choose live paella in Middle Claydon?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A clear, itemised quote
- We cover Middle Claydon and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
How we price tapas catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
How it works
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. Sunset in Middle Claydon is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Bar staff and sangria.
Your questions about tapas catering in Middle Claydon
Is Middle Claydon close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Middle Claydon 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.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Do you cover Middle Claydon?
Yes, we do. Middle Claydon is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
- 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