Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Oving, Buckinghamshire
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Oving and Buckinghamshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Launches and office parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Anniversary parties
Planning an event in Oving?
Tapas catering in Oving, cooked live
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. On the menu are albóndigas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for canapés with welcome drinks and launches and office parties.
For a country party near Oving, tapas and sangria set the mood. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Oving (HP22)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- We cover Oving and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Common questions in Oving
We’re having a ceremony at Church of All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Oving too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cover Oving?
We do. We cook at events in Oving and across Buckinghamshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Perfect for your event in Oving
Tapas get people talking.
In Oving and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Work receptions
Historic houses near Oving include Waddesdon Manor (4.5 miles south-west) and Claydon House (4.8 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether VAT is included
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether travel is included
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- Guest numbers
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
Planning tapas catering in Oving? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
The process
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Oving has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Receptions and parties in Oving
Oving is about 5 miles north of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Give us the address of your event in Oving, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in all 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Oving to Milton Keynes (11 miles away).
Historic buildings near Oving often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints.
Tapas catering in HP22 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on Bowling Alley, The Pightle and Stone View or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Pitchcott (1 mile south-west), Whitchurch (1 mile east), North Marston (1 mile north-west), Hardwick (2 miles south-east) and Weedon (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (5 miles south), Buckingham (9 miles north-west), Elmhurst (5 miles south-east), Southcourt (6 miles south), Princes Risborough (11 miles south) and Haydon Hill (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital (4.8 miles south) and Bolbec Castle (0.9 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Black Boy pub (less than half a mile west)
Places near Oving
Other catering in Oving
- 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