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Tapas Catering for Swanbourne events

Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Swanbourne and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.

  • Table tapas as a starter
  • Drinks parties and receptions
  • Sharing boards for evening guests

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About our tapas catering in Swanbourne

We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Typical bookings include work receptions and engagement drinks, serving Serrano ham, croquetas and Manchego with membrillo.

Near Swanbourne, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.

A board of cheeses, cured meats, olives and grapes with bread
Where
Swanbourne (MK17)
Region
Milton Keynes
Diets
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
Extras
Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
Quote
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Last updated
23 October 2026

Planning for every diet

Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:

  • Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
  • Canapés need staff to serve
  • Collect dietary needs
  • Match tapas with Spanish drinks

Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.

Waiting staff for canapés.

Why choose tapas catering in Swanbourne?

Tapas get people talking.

Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:

  • Launches and office parties
  • Evening sharing boards
  • Tapas and paella menus
  • Birthday drinks

After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Swithun, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.

Questions to ask before booking

  • How late numbers can change
  • VAT, if it applies
  • Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
  • Whether travel is included

12 questions to ask before booking

Is live paella right for your event?

A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.

Why book with us

  • A clear, itemised quote
  • Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
  • Drinks service on request
  • Cooking your guests will gather round to watch

Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.

Tapas for events in Swanbourne

Swanbourne is about 5 miles south-west of Bletchley, in Milton Keynes. From the centre of Swanbourne to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Swanbourne is one of 73 places in Milton Keynes we cover. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 7 miles away.

Historic buildings near Swanbourne often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.

For tapas catering in MK17, we plan around your venue. Whether your event is on Mursley Road, Breakfast Field and Tattams Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Mursley (1 mile north-east), Dunton (2 miles south-east), Little Horwood (2 miles north), Winslow (2 miles west) and Granborough (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Milton Keynes (7 miles north), Bletchley (5 miles north-east), Newport Pagnell (11 miles north-east), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (6 miles north-east), Furzton (5 miles north-east) and Whitehouse (7 miles north).

Other landmarks nearby include Bletchley Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-east) and Drayton Parslow Mound (1.8 miles east).

  • Local schools include Swanbourne House School (less than half a mile south-west) and Sir Thomas Fremantle School (2.4 miles west)
  • Local pubs include The Betsey Wynne pub (under half a mile north-east)
Map of Swanbourne © OpenStreetMap contributors

What’s in the pans

Patatas bravas

A tapas classic.

Tortilla española

A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.

Cook it yourself or book a caterer?

For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.

Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.

Planners, venues and businesses

Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.

The process

We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. Evening receptions in Swanbourne stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.

  1. First, we check availability.
  2. You pick the style.
  3. We arrive and set up our station.
  4. We serve the spread.
  5. We clear away at the end.

How to prepare

  • Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
  • Confirm numbers and diets before the day
  • Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable

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Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.

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Your questions about tapas catering in Swanbourne

We are having a ceremony at Church of St Swithun: can you cater afterwards?

Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.

How far is Swanbourne from London?

Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.

Do you serve drinks with tapas?

Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.

How do you work out quantities?

We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.

Do you do desserts?

We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.

Can you cater for children?

Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.

Is the paella cooked on site?

Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.

Can we add tapas or canapés?

Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.

What affects the price in Swanbourne

Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:

  • Starters, canapés and desserts
  • How many guests are eating
  • Parking and unloading
  • Whether you need crockery

Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.

What we need to know

You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:

  • Diets and allergies you know about
  • A picture of where we’d cook
  • The venue or postcode
  • Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts

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.

  • 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

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