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Tapas & canapé catering in North Leigh, Oxfordshire
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in North Leigh: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
Book tapas catering in North Leigh
What tapas catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The length of service
- Whether you need crockery
- How many courses
- The number of people
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
About our tapas catering in North Leigh
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. We cook padrón peppers, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for tapas and paella menus and canapés with welcome drinks.
Near North Leigh, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- North Leigh (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Also in North Leigh
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Unloading access
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in North Leigh
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
Why choose tapas catering in North Leigh?
They work for any size of event.
In North Leigh and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Work receptions
- Anniversary parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How bad weather is handled
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
North Leigh: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for North Leigh?
Combe station, about 2.4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is North Leigh too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
DIY paella versus live catering
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Why choose live paella in North Leigh?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
North Leigh: venues and local tips
North Leigh is about 3 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. For tapas catering in North Leigh, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cook in 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from North Leigh to Oxford (10 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Combe station is about 2.4 miles away. If you’re looking at a historic venue around North Leigh, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
We cater events across OX29. Your event could be at a home on Church Road, Cuckamus Lane and Windmill Heights. Neighbouring places where we cater events include New Yatt (1 mile west), East End (1 mile north-east), Freeland (2 miles east), Poffley End (2 miles west) and Delly End (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (10 miles south-east), Bicester (14 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-east), Witney (3 miles south-west), Carterton (7 miles south-west) and Wantage (15 miles south).
A little further out are Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near North Leigh include Blenheim Farm.
- Local schools include Wood Green School (1.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Masons Arms Public House (within half a mile north)
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. A summer drinks reception in North Leigh has daylight until about 9:30pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or OX29 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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