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Tapas Catering in Upper Winchendon
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Upper Winchendon: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
- Launches and office parties
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About our tapas catering in Upper Winchendon
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Upper Winchendon. We cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re frequently booked for sharing boards for evening guests and sharing tapas starters.
Near Upper Winchendon, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Upper Winchendon (HP18)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about tapas catering in Upper Winchendon
How far is Upper Winchendon from London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Upper Winchendon?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to Upper Winchendon?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Upper Winchendon and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Buckinghamshire included. See all areas.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
More for events in Upper Winchendon
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. 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
- A clear, itemised quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Guest numbers
- Whether you need crockery
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
For event organisers in Upper Winchendon
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Upper Winchendon: venues and local tips
Upper Winchendon is about 5 miles west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Wherever your event is in the HP18 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 14 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Waddesdon Manor (1.6 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. After a ceremony at a church such as Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Wherever your event is in HP18, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include School Lane and Main Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Upper Winchendon, we also cover Wormstone (1 mile north), Nether Winchendon (1 mile south-west), Waddesdon (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles north-west) and Ashendon (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (5 miles east), High Wycombe (15 miles south-east), Chesham (15 miles south-east), Buckingham (12 miles north), Elmhurst (5 miles east) and Southcourt (5 miles east).
A little further out are St John's Hospital (2.4 miles south-east) and Dinton Castle (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Upper Winchendon includes Snakemoor.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Why choose tapas catering in Upper Winchendon?
They work for any size of event.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Upper Winchendon, people book us for events such as:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening sharing boards
Guests travelling by rail: Aylesbury Vale Parkway station is about 2.7 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests generally gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Upper Winchendon until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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