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Tapas & canapé catering in Bromley, Greater London
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bromley and the surrounding area.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering for Bromley events
About our tapas catering in Bromley
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Whether it is table tapas as a starter and drinks reception canapés, we can cook albóndigas, padrón peppers and croquetas and more.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Bromley, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Bromley (E3, E14, E15)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Fast service from the pan
- Events in Bromley and across Greater London
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
How we price tapas catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many courses
- Whether you need crockery
- Guest numbers
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Bromley? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Tapas for events in Bromley
Bromley is about 2 miles east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. From the centre of Bromley to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London.
Parks such as Bob's Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. If you are looking at a historic venue around Bromley, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Wherever your event is in E3, E14 and E15, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Bow Road, Bruce Road and Edgar Road or the roads around them. We also cook at events in Three Mills (1 mile north-east), Mill Meads (1 mile north-east), Bow Common (1 mile south-west), Mile End (1 mile west) and Bow (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find London Gas Museum (0.5 miles east) and Park (1.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Bromley includes Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bow School (under half a mile north-west) and East London Arts & Music (within half a mile east)
- Local pubs include The Widow's Son pub (less than half a mile south)
What we need at the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Room for a tapas table
- Access to unload near the serving area
As a London location, Bromley is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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 be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Also near Bromley
What else we do in Bromley
The process
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Evening receptions in Bromley stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Questions from Bromley
What about parking in Bromley?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will plan unloading around it.
Which station should guests use for Bromley?
West Ham station, about 1 mile east of the centre.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
- 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