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Tapas & canapé catering in Sutton-under-Brailes, Oxfordshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Sutton-under-Brailes. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
Book tapas catering in Sutton-under-Brailes
How the day works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Sutton-under-Brailes is around 9:30pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
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How our tapas catering works in Sutton-under-Brailes
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. Whether it is anniversary parties and engagement parties, we can cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo and more.
In a rural spot like Sutton-under-Brailes, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Sutton-under-Brailes (OX15)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
For event organisers in Sutton-under-Brailes
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Also near Sutton-under-Brailes
What else we do in Sutton-under-Brailes
Drinks receptions around Sutton-under-Brailes
Sutton-under-Brailes is about 9 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Events in Sutton-under-Brailes are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Sutton-under-Brailes is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 24 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Thomas a Becket Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Here we cover the OX15 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. We also cook at events in Lower Brailes (1 mile north-east) and Upper Brailes (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (9 miles east), Chipping Norton (7 miles south), Neithrop (9 miles east), Grimsbury (10 miles east), Ruscote (9 miles east) and Bloxham (8 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Wheelbarrow Castle (4.5 miles south-west) and Ellen Badger Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
- Local pubs include Cherington Arms Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
FAQs for Sutton-under-Brailes
Do you come out to small places like Sutton-under-Brailes?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Thomas a Becket Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Occasions we cook for in Sutton-under-Brailes
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Tapas starters
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Sutton-under-Brailes, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Drinks service on request
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- No hidden extras in your quote
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The number of people
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many courses
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Add sangria or cava
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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