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Tapas & canapé catering in Aldwych, Greater London
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Aldwych: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering for Aldwych events
Tapas catering in Aldwych, made fresh on the day
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Whether it is receptions and drinks parties and canapés with welcome drinks, we will put together a menu of patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Aldwych, in a home, a venue or an office. Let us know about parking and loading. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Aldwych (W1D, WC2H, W1F)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Guest numbers
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
As a London location, Aldwych is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
Tapas for events in Aldwych
Aldwych is about 1 mile north-west of London, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Aldwych, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Aldwych is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook.
Historic buildings near Aldwych frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary le Strand.
Tapas catering in W1D, WC2H and W1F is planned around your venue. Whether your event is on Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square or a nearby road, we can cook there. Being close to the A4 and A301, Aldwych is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Aldwych for tapas catering include Clare Market (1 mile north), Covent Garden (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Temple (1 mile east) and Adelphi (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east) and London Museum and Institute of Natural History (within half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Aldwych include Barnsbury Wood and Ludgate Hill.
- Local schools include Mercers' School (0.5 miles north-east) and London Nautical School (0.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Ye Old White Horse pub (under half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include LSE Shaw Library (within half a mile north-east) and Liberty of the Savoy (under half a mile south-west)
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A clear, itemised quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Who books tapas catering in Aldwych?
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
- Sharing boards for evening guests
A picnic in Lincoln's Inn Fields? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Before booking anyone
- How late numbers can change
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- The venue requirements
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, frequently with alioli.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Add sangria or cava
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Tell us what role tapas play
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Serving boards and crockery.
Aldwych questions
We are having a ceremony at St Mary le Strand: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What about parking in Aldwych?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Places near Aldwych
Other catering in Aldwych
How it works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Aldwych until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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