Oxfordshire · England
Mexican Catering for Charney Bassett events
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos served from our Mexican food truck in Charney Bassett.
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Fundraisers and school events
Planning an event in Charney Bassett?
Mexican catering in Charney Bassett, served fresh
Fillings are slow-cooked in advance and kept hot on site, and the salsas and guacamole are freshly made. Tortillas are warmed as we serve. At weddings, day or evening and fairs and festivals, we can serve a build-your-own taco bar, quesadillas and tacos.
For a rural spot like Charney Bassett, fields and drives need a little planning: gate widths, soft ground and the distance from the road all matter. Power and water may be limited, so we confirm the arrangements with you. We’ll check the space, access and power with you before the day, so set-up goes smoothly.
- Where
- Charney Bassett (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Generally around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Mexican catering around Charney Bassett
Charney Bassett is about 4 miles north of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. For Mexican catering in Charney Bassett, we can park up at venues, fields, drives and courtyards in and around Charney Bassett. Charney Bassett is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Around Charney Bassett, historic houses include Longworth House (2.9 miles north). Estates and historic houses tend to set their own rules for caterers, so find out what yours allows first.
Anywhere in OX12, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Main Street, Buckland Road and New Road or the roads around them. Other places close to Charney Bassett for Mexican catering include Lyford (1 mile east), Denchworth (2 miles south), Pusey (2 miles north-west), West Hanney (2 miles south-east) and Goosey (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles north-east), Didcot (9 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles east), Witney (10 miles north), Carterton (10 miles north-west) and Wantage (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Longworth Hospital (5.7 miles west) and Hinton Waldrist Castle (2.7 miles north). The countryside around Charney Bassett includes Chain Hill.
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (less than half a mile south)
The menu, item by item
Salsas and guacamole
Salsas and guacamole, made fresh for your event.
Tacos
Tacos are the classic street food of Mexico. We serve them with salsas and toppings, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests.
Questions from Charney Bassett
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. We’d serve at the reception venue rather than at the church itself. Send us the reception address.
Do you cater in villages like Charney Bassett?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas, with salsas, guacamole and toppings. We also run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms, served alongside the meat options.
Is the food very hot?
It is up to you: we can keep the main dishes mild, with hotter salsas served separately.
Do you cater for big events?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Bigger festivals and smaller parties are looked at case by case.
How long do you serve for?
That depends on your event and menu. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
How big an event can you cater?
Our truck and trailer service usually suits events of around 50 to 400 guests. Festivals can be bigger, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Send us your numbers and we’ll advise.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests. To get it right:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let us know if a guest is coeliac
- Send allergy details to us in writing
- Plan somewhere covered for guests to eat if it rains
We arrive early enough to set up calmly. All we need is someone to show us the agreed spot.
Extra salsas and toppings can widen the choice.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- The venue’s or landowner’s permission for a catering vehicle
- Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer
- Power and water, which we confirm with you for each booking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Quesadillas
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Burrito bowls
- Burritos
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How it compares
A cold buffet is simple but tends to sit out for hours. Tacos and burritos are made to order and served hot. Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Charney Bassett
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Fast service, even with a queue
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Should I do it myself?
Plenty of people try a DIY taco night at home. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What happens on the day
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we will help you choose a spot with room for a queue. Rain doesn’t usually stop us serving, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. In Charney Bassett, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm, plan lighting where guests queue and eat.
- Share the date, the venue and how many are coming.
- Together we plan a menu around your guests’ diets.
- We check the route in and where the truck or trailer will stand.
- Guests order at the hatch or build their own at the taco bar.
- We clear our serving area when everyone is fed.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Who books Mexican catering in Charney Bassett?
You don’t need a kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and grounds without catering facilities.
A truck or trailer works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Markets and community events
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Staff parties and office lunches
- Family gatherings and christenings
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Peter, a truck or trailer parked at a hall or garden close by can serve the meal.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if it rains
- How late numbers can change
What Mexican catering costs
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The number of people
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Your choice of food and drinks
- How long we’re needed on site
What’s on the menu makes a difference to the total, so share your ideas with us. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- How we drive in and where we can park
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get menu ideas and a price. To get started, send a quick message through our quote form.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
- Tacos and taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas
- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas