Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Stonor
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Stonor.
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Work receptions
Book tapas catering in Stonor
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
How our tapas catering works in Stonor
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. We’re often asked to cater launches and office parties and canapés with welcome drinks, with padrón peppers, albóndigas and croquetas.
For a country party near Stonor, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Stonor (RG9)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Stonor
What else we do in Stonor
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot for our serving station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Unloading access
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Stonor
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
Tapas for events in Stonor
Stonor is about 5 miles north of Henley-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Stonor to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Stonor to Reading (11 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Pishill Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Stonor is within about 3 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in RG9, we can bring tapas catering to you. For events just outside Stonor, we cover Turville Heath (1 mile north-east), Northend (2 miles north), Christmas Common (2 miles north-west), Cookley Green (3 miles west) and Howe Hill (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Didcot (13 miles west), Thame (10 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (5 miles south), Benson (7 miles west), Chinnor (7 miles north) and Tilehurst (11 miles south-west).
Green spaces nearby include Warburg Nature Reserve and Bald Hill.
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn Public House (0.7 miles west)
Live paella or other catering?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Stonor
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
FAQs for Stonor
We are having a ceremony at Pishill Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Stonor close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you come to Stonor?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Stonor. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Can we add drinks?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Stonor stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- 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
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Guest numbers
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Stonor
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Stonor and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
Nearby historic houses include Stonor Park (0.5 miles south-east) and Greenlands (3.6 miles south-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- Staff numbers and hours
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
- 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