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Tapas & canapé catering in Canons Park, Greater London
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Canons Park.
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering for Canons Park events
Who books tapas catering in Canons Park?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
Historic houses near Canons Park include Headstone Manor (3 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Allergen information for each dish
- VAT, if it applies
Tapas catering in Canons Park, cooked live
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. For tapas with a paella main course and drinks reception canapés, we will put together a menu of albóndigas, patatas bravas and tortilla española for your guests.
For a London drinks party in Canons Park, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
- Area
- Canons Park (HA8, HA7)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
Canons Park is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Catering across Greater London, including Canons Park
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Also near Canons Park
Also in Canons Park
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Check diets in advance
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
- The number of people
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Common questions in Canons Park
What’s the nearest station to Canons Park for guests?
Mill Hill Broadway station, about 1.7 miles east of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Lawrence?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Absolutely.
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Canons Park is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Canons Park? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Canons Park: venues and local tips
Canons Park is about 1 mile east of Stanmore, in Greater London. For an event in Canons Park, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Canons Park. Canons Park is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook. Our events stretch from Canons Park to London (11 miles away).
Parks such as Edgwarebury Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Guests travelling by rail: Mill Hill Broadway station is about 1.7 miles away.
For tapas catering in HA8 and HA7, we plan around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on Parr Road, Mead Road and Grove Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Little Stanmore (1 mile south-east), Edgware (1 mile north-east), Burnt Oak (1 mile east), Broadfields Estate (1 mile north-east) and The Hale (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (11 miles south-east), City of Westminster (9 miles south-east), Marylebone (9 miles south-east), Kensington (8 miles south-east), St Pancras (9 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Hilfield Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Cat Museum (2.2 miles west). Not far away are Edgware Way Grassland and Darland's Lake.
- Schools near Canons Park include Krishna Avanti Primary School (0.5 miles south-east) and Whitchurch Junior School (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include Railway Hotel (0.5 miles east)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Hendon (2.9 miles south-east)
- 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