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Tapas Catering for Netherton events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Netherton and Oxfordshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Netherton?
Tapas catering in Netherton, made fresh on the day
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. Whether it is engagement drinks and sharing tapas starters, we will put together a menu of croquetas, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo and more.
In a rural spot like Netherton, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Netherton (OX13)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas work brilliantly. 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 Netherton
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
How the day works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Evening receptions in Netherton stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Your questions about tapas catering in Netherton
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Nicholas: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Netherton?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Do you cover Netherton?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Netherton and the rest of Oxfordshire. To check your date, use our quote form.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
What we need at the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A spot for our serving station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Netherton
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- The length of service
- The number of people
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and time of the event
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Bar staff and sangria.
Perfect for your event in Netherton
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Netherton and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Cocktail parties
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- The wet-weather plan
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Whether VAT is included
- Space, access and power needs
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Netherton: venues and local tips
Netherton is about 5 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your event in Netherton, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Netherton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Netherton to Oxford (8 miles away).
Historic buildings near Netherton often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Historic houses near Netherton include Appleton Manor (2 miles north-east) and Longworth House (2.2 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cover events in every part of the OX13 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Fyfield (1 mile south-east), Tubney (1 mile east), Frilford Heath (2 miles east), Frilford (2 miles south-east) and Cothill (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles east), Witney (8 miles north-west), Carterton (10 miles north-west) and Wantage (7 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Hinton Waldrist Castle (2.7 miles west) and Abingdon Community Hospital (4.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Hart Inn (within half a mile south-east)
- 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