Buckinghamshire · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Waterend, Buckinghamshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Waterend and across Buckinghamshire.
- Launches and office parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
Tapas catering in Waterend
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
How our tapas catering works in Waterend
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. On the menu are Serrano ham, padrón peppers and tortilla española, and we are regularly asked to cater engagement celebrations and evening sharing boards.
Near Waterend, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Waterend (HP14)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Waterend
Waterend is about 6 miles west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. For an event in Waterend, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Waterend is one of 263 places in Buckinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include West Wycombe Park House (3.1 miles east) and Hughenden Manor (4.9 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Saunderton station, about 2.2 miles north-east. Waterend is within about 2 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in HP14 is planned around your venue and your guests. We also cook at events in The City (1 mile east), Beacon's Bottom (1 mile south), Bennett End (1 mile north), Horsleys Green (1 mile south) and Radnage (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (11 miles north), High Wycombe (6 miles east), Chesham (12 miles east), Marlow (7 miles south-east), Amersham (12 miles east) and Beaconsfield (10 miles east).
Nearby you will also find West Wycombe Rural (2 miles south-east) and Wycombe Hospital (5.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Waterend includes Bald Hill and Yoesden.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown pub (within half a mile north)
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Tapas go out to the tables.
Staff to serve canapés.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
How we price tapas catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Travel, parking and access
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the event is
- The courses you’d like
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of where we’d cook
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
FAQs for Waterend
What’s the nearest station to Waterend for guests?
Saunderton station, about 2.2 miles north-east of the centre.
How far is Waterend from London?
About 35 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
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More for events in Waterend
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Occasions we cook for in Waterend
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas before paella
- Canapés with welcome drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- The venue requirements
- Any travel, parking or access charges
How it works
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Waterend is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Waterend, and we will put together a menu and price.
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