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Tapas Catering for Waddesdon events
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 turns food into part of your event in Waddesdon.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
Live tapas catering in Waddesdon
Tapas catering for your event in Waddesdon
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. We’re frequently asked to cater engagement drinks and tapas and paella menus, with tortilla española, Serrano ham and albóndigas.
Near Waddesdon, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Waddesdon (HP18)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and normally vegetarian.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
What affects the price in Waddesdon
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of people
- Travel, parking and access
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
- Where the event is
- The courses you’d like
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Tapas go out to the tables.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Tapas for events in Waddesdon
Waddesdon is about 5 miles north-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Waddesdon to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Waddesdon to Oxford (15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Aylesbury Vale Parkway station is about 2.8 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as St Michael and All Angels' Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
We cater events across HP18. Local streets include High Street, Baker Street and Rose Terrace; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Waddesdon, we also cover Wormstone (1 mile south-east), Westcott (1 mile west), Upper Winchendon (2 miles south), Quainton (2 miles north) and Nether Winchendon (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (5 miles south-east), Buckingham (11 miles north), Elmhurst (5 miles east), Southcourt (5 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (9 miles south-east) and Haydon Hill (3 miles east).
A little further out are Dinton Castle (3.5 miles south) and St John's Hospital (3.5 miles south-east).
- Local schools include Waddesdon Church of England School (within half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Bakers Arms (under half a mile north-east)
Places near Waddesdon
Other catering in Waddesdon
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Waddesdon hosts choose us
- We cover Waddesdon and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Sunset in Waddesdon is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Waddesdon? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about tapas catering in Waddesdon
Which station should guests use for Waddesdon?
Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, about 2.8 miles east of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Michael and All Angels' Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you cover Waddesdon?
We do. We cook at events in Waddesdon and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in Waddesdon? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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