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Tapas & canapé catering in Milton, Oxfordshire
Something 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 Milton.
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Engagement celebrations
Live tapas catering in Milton
Your questions about tapas catering in Milton
Do you come out to small places like Milton?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Milton?
Appleford station, about 2.5 miles east of the centre.
Do you come to Milton?
We do. Milton is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Tapas catering for your event in Milton
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. On the menu are croquetas, gambas al ajillo and albóndigas, and we are regularly asked to cater sharing tapas starters and engagement celebrations.
Near Milton, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Milton (OX14, OX11)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it is light in Milton until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Milton
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Unloading access
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Milton
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
Events we cater in Milton
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas starters
- Sharing boards for evening guests
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Blaise, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Questions to ask before booking
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if it rains
- Who provides the crockery
Why choose live paella in Milton?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Milton
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Milton
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Receptions and parties in Milton
Milton is about 2 miles north-west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX14, we can cook for your guests. Milton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 9 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Appleford station, about 2.5 miles east. Historic houses near Milton include Clifton Hampden Manor (4.3 miles north-east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Milton is within about 8 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in OX14 and OX11 is planned around your venue and your guests. Local streets include High Street, School Lane and Willow Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in Sutton Courtenay (1 mile north-east), Great Western Park (2 miles south-east), Caldecott (2 miles north), Culham (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (9 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles north), Witney (14 miles north-west), Wantage (6 miles south-west), Grove (6 miles west) and Faringdon (13 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include FitzHarris Castle (3.4 miles north) and Abingdon Community Hospital (3 miles north). Open spaces near Milton include Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
- Nearby schools include UTC Oxfordshire (1.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Plum Pudding pub (under half a mile north-west)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Label seafood clearly
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Sangria and bar staff.
More for events in Milton
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
- 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