Oxfordshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Somerton, Oxfordshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Somerton.
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Evening grazing
Planning an event in Somerton?
Live paella or other catering?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why Somerton hosts choose us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Tapas catering in Somerton, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Typical bookings include drinks parties and receptions and tapas and paella menus, with croquetas, albóndigas and tortilla española.
For a country party near Somerton, tapas and sangria set the mood. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
- Where
- Somerton (OX25)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests are eating
- The paellas you choose
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.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Roughly how many adults and children
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Somerton? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Each dish is labelled.
Add a live paella main.
Drinks receptions around Somerton
Somerton is about 6 miles north-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your event in Somerton, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Somerton is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 14 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Somerton often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
For tapas catering in OX25, we plan around your venue. We can cater an event on streets such as Water Street, Wharf Lane and Ardley Road or the roads around them. For events just outside Somerton, we cover Fritwell (2 miles east), Clifton (2 miles north), Upper Heyford (2 miles south), Souldern (2 miles north-east) and Lower Heyford (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (14 miles south), Banbury (8 miles north), Bicester (6 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (9 miles south) and Headington Quarry (14 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Deddington Castle (2.4 miles north-west).
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. A summer drinks reception in Somerton has daylight until about 9:30pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Parking near the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Somerton questions
Is Somerton close to London?
About 60 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Somerton?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
- 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