Milton Keynes · England
Tapas Catering in Tattenhoe
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Tattenhoe.
- Evening grazing
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas starters
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FAQs for Tattenhoe
What’s the nearest station to Tattenhoe for guests?
Bletchley station, about 2.3 miles east of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Giles's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Tapas catering in Tattenhoe, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. For engagement drinks and drinks parties and receptions, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and padrón peppers.
For a party in a place like Tattenhoe, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Tattenhoe (MK4)
- Area hub
- Milton Keynes
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Tattenhoe
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Tapas for events in Tattenhoe
Tattenhoe is about 1 mile south-west of Furzton, in Milton Keynes. For tapas catering in Tattenhoe, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in all 73 towns and villages in Milton Keynes.
Historic houses near Tattenhoe include Bletchley Park (2.1 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Historic buildings near Tattenhoe often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
For tapas catering in MK4, we plan around your venue. That could mean an event in a garden on Gunver Lane, Hartland Avenue and Hengistbury Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Tattenhoe for tapas catering include Newton Longville (2 miles south-east), Bletchley (2 miles east), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (3 miles east), Newton Leys (3 miles south-east) and Salden (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Milton Keynes (3 miles north), Newport Pagnell (7 miles north-east), Whitehouse (3 miles north-west), Middleton (5 miles north-east), Fenny Stratford (3 miles east) and Olney (12 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Hangmans Hill (2.2 miles south) and The Holley/Cornelius Collection (2 miles east). Not far away are Furzton Lake and Blue Lagoon Park.
- Schools near Tattenhoe include Shenley Brook End School (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include Prince George pub (within half a mile west)
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Tattenhoe is around 9:25pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Why choose tapas catering in Tattenhoe?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Tattenhoe, people book us for events such as:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Work receptions
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Bletchley station, about 2.3 miles east.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Catering across Milton Keynes, including Tattenhoe
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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What else we do in Tattenhoe
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- 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