Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas Catering in Owlswick
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Owlswick and Buckinghamshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Work receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Live tapas catering in Owlswick
The process
Here’s how the day normally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and it is served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Owlswick is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Leave space around the cooking area
How to get 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.
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Tapas catering in Owlswick, made fresh on the day
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. For birthday drinks and tapas with a paella main course, we will put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Serrano ham.
For a country party near Owlswick, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Owlswick (HP27)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- A spot for our serving station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Owlswick
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
What else we do in Owlswick
Who books tapas catering in Owlswick?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Owlswick and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Work receptions
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening sharing boards
If you are looking at a historic venue around Owlswick, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How each diet is kept separate
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Drinks receptions around Owlswick
Owlswick is about 5 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Owlswick and nearby villages. Owlswick is one of 263 places in Buckinghamshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Owlswick to Oxford (16 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Owlswick Chapel, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: Monks Risborough station is about 1.5 miles away. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Owlswick, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over HP27. We also cook at events in Meadle (1 mile east), Longwick (1 mile south), Ilmer (1 mile west), Alscot (1 mile south-east) and Monks Risborough (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (5 miles north), High Wycombe (9 miles south-east), Chesham (11 miles east), Marlow (13 miles south), Amersham (12 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (13 miles south-east).
A little further out are St John's Hospital (3.7 miles north) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (2.1 miles east). Not far away are Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Princes Risborough School (2.4 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Lion Public House (0.9 miles south)
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check diets in advance
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Sangria and bar staff.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Owlswick
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Drinks service on request
- Events in Owlswick and across Buckinghamshire
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
See How we price And The cost guide.
Owlswick questions
Can you cook at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Owlswick Chapel?
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. Send us the reception address.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
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’ll send a quote.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
What affects the price in Owlswick
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
- 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