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Tapas & canapé catering in Belgravia, Greater London
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Belgravia: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas and paella menus
- Welcome-drink canapés
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About our tapas catering in Belgravia
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Whether it is engagement drinks and tapas and paella menus, we can cook gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo.
For a London drinks party in Belgravia, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Belgravia (SW3, SW1X, SW1W)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Belgravia
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Parking near the venue
- Venue approval for outside catering
Belgravia is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Belgravia
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Drinks receptions around Belgravia
Belgravia is about 1 mile south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Belgravia and the surrounding area. We cater in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, London Victoria station is about 0.5 miles away. Historic houses near Belgravia include Apsley House (less than half a mile north) and Buckingham Palace (0.6 miles east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Wherever your event is in SW3, SW1X and SW1W, we can bring tapas catering to you. We can cater an event on streets such as Hans Road, Eaton Lane and Gerald Road or the roads around them. With the A3214 and A3217 close by, Belgravia is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. Close by, we cover events in Brompton (1 mile south-west), Victoria (1 mile south-east), Chelsea (1 mile south-west), Pimlico (1 mile south-east) and Westminster (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (3 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles north-east), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles east).
A little further out are Baynard's Castle (2.5 miles east) and London Lock Hospital (under half a mile north-east). Open spaces near Belgravia include Campden Hill and Serpentine.
- Schools near Belgravia include Inchbald School of Design (less than half a mile south) and Saint Thomas More Language College (0.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Star Tavern (less than half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Natural History Museum Library and Archives (0.9 miles west) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (0.9 miles east)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Occasions we cook for in Belgravia
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever you are celebrating in Belgravia, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas before paella
- Table tapas as a starter
- Launches and office parties
A picnic in Green Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for each dish
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
- What the price includes, item by item
Nearby places to Belgravia
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FAQs for Belgravia
What’s the nearest station to Belgravia for guests?
London Victoria station, about 0.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Peter's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Greater London. See all areas.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and rough timings
- Expected numbers
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Why choose live paella in Belgravia?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Belgravia hosts choose us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Events in Belgravia and across Greater London
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. A summer drinks reception in Belgravia has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, 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 set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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