Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for South Leigh events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in South Leigh and the surrounding area.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in South Leigh?
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Tapas go out to the tables.
Waiting staff for canapés.
About our tapas catering in South Leigh
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We are often asked to cater table tapas as a starter and work receptions, with Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and albóndigas.
Near South Leigh, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Location
- South Leigh (OX29)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Unloading access
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space on each table
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in South Leigh
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including South Leigh
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
South Leigh: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to South Leigh for guests?
The closest is Hanborough station, roughly 4.1 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like South Leigh?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Travel, parking and access
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Waiting and bar staff
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning a tapas spread in South Leigh
South Leigh is about 3 miles east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. For an event in South Leigh, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cook in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 9 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 South Leigh often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
We cover events in every part of the OX29 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Station Road, Church End and Chapel Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in High Cogges (1 mile west), Madley Park (2 miles north-west), Hardwick (2 miles south-west), Cogges (2 miles west) and Stanton Harcourt (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (9 miles east), Didcot (14 miles south-east), Bicester (15 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south-east), Witney (3 miles west) and Carterton (7 miles west).
A little further out are Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.1 miles west).
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How it works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. Sunset in South Leigh is around 9:30pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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