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Tapas & canapé catering in Sunnymead, Oxfordshire
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 in Sunnymead.
- Engagement celebrations
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering in Sunnymead
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer drinks reception in Sunnymead has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Sunnymead? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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Tapas catering for your event in Sunnymead
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. We cook Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for engagement celebrations and launches and office parties.
Around Sunnymead, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- Sunnymead (OX2)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Who books tapas catering in Sunnymead?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Sunnymead book us for occasions like:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement celebrations
Historic houses near Sunnymead include Holywell Manor, Oxford (2.1 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before you book anyone
- Payment terms and deposit
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Whether VAT is included
Questions from Sunnymead
How far is Sunnymead from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could we have live paella in Oxford University Parks?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Sangria and bar staff.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Space, weather and the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Permission from the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Sunnymead
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
Towns and villages near Sunnymead
What else we do in Sunnymead
Sunnymead: venues and local tips
Sunnymead is about 3 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Sunnymead and the surrounding area. Sunnymead is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover.
Historic buildings near Sunnymead often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Guests travelling by rail: Oxford Parkway station is about 1.4 miles away.
We cater events across the OX2 postcode area. Whether your event is on Wren Road, Scott Road and Wyatt Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. You’ll find Sunnymead on the A4165, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Nearby, we also cater events in Cutteslowe (1 mile north), Summertown (1 mile south), North Oxford (1 mile south), Wolvercote (1 mile west) and Park Town (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (3 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south), Witney (10 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle (2.3 miles south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (1.8 miles south). Not far away are Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Headington Hill.
- Schools near Sunnymead include Summer Fields School (0.5 miles south) and Oxford Academy (0.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Dew Drop Inn (0.5 miles south)
- Other local spots include St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (1.2 miles south)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A clear, itemised quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Drinks service on request
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
- 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