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Tapas Catering for Preston Crowmarsh events
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Preston Crowmarsh.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering near Preston Crowmarsh
How our tapas catering works in Preston Crowmarsh
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. Typical bookings include engagement drinks and tapas starters, serving albóndigas, croquetas and padrón peppers.
Near Preston Crowmarsh, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Preston Crowmarsh (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Preston Crowmarsh
Which station should guests use for Preston Crowmarsh?
Cholsey station, about 3.6 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Preston Crowmarsh too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
What affects the price in Preston Crowmarsh
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
- Roughly how many adults and children
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Preston Crowmarsh, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. At midsummer, it’s light in Preston Crowmarsh until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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Preston Crowmarsh: venues and local tips
Preston Crowmarsh is about 1 mile south-west of Benson, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your event in Preston Crowmarsh, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Preston Crowmarsh is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Preston Crowmarsh to Oxford (about 11 miles away).
A picnic in Howbery Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Helen. Preston Crowmarsh is within about 7 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in OX10, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include St Helen's Avenue, St Helens Way and St Helen's Crescent, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Benson (1 mile north-east), Wallingford (1 mile south-west), Shillingford (2 miles north-west), Brightwell-cum-Sotwell (2 miles west) and Warborough (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (11 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (11 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (3.4 miles north) and Wallingford Castle (0.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Ewelme Watercress Beds and Wittenham Clumps.
- Nearby schools include Wallingford School (0.9 miles south-west) and Wallingford School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Castle Inn Public House (0.6 miles north)
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Preston Crowmarsh? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check diets in advance
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Afterwards, we clear away.
Add a live paella main.
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What else we do in Preston Crowmarsh
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Space on each table
- Unloading access
- Room for a tapas table
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
Who books tapas catering in Preston Crowmarsh?
They work for any size of event.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Preston Crowmarsh and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
- Launches and office parties
- Evening grazing
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Cholsey station, about 3.6 miles south-west.
What your quote should include
- Travel and parking costs
- The wet-weather plan
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
- 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