Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Padbury, Buckinghamshire
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Padbury. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
Book tapas catering in Padbury
Tapas catering in Padbury, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We’re often asked to cater table tapas as a starter and canapés with welcome drinks, serving Serrano ham, croquetas and albóndigas.
Near Padbury, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Padbury (MK18)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How the day works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Padbury is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
Padbury questions
Is Padbury too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it’s cooked separately.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Receptions and parties in Padbury
Padbury is about 2 miles south-east of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Wherever your event is in the MK18 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cover all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 9 miles away.
Historic buildings near Padbury frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Nearby historic houses include Claydon House (3.3 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in MK18. Whether your event is on Main Street, Lower Way and Old Springfields or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. For events just outside Padbury, we cover Adstock (1 mile east), Buckingham (2 miles north-west), Thornborough (2 miles north-east), Steeple Claydon (3 miles south-west) and Middle Claydon (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (12 miles south-east), Elmhurst (12 miles south-east), Southcourt (13 miles south-east), Haydon Hill (11 miles south-east), Turnfurlong (13 miles south-east) and Haddenham (14 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Buckingham Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Buckingham Movie Museum (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Padbury includes Buckingham Sand Pit.
- Local schools include Royal Latin School (2.2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Black Bird pub (under half a mile west)
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Collect dietary needs
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
For event organisers in Padbury
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Padbury? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Timings and hours
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Padbury? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
More for events in Padbury
Occasions we cook for in Padbury
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
- Table tapas as a starter
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- When payment is due
- Space, access and power needs
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns with a little chilli.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Why choose live paella in Padbury?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Fast service from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Drinks service on request
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
- 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