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Tapas & canapé catering in Catford, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Catford. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Engagement parties
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
Book tapas catering in Catford
Tapas catering in Catford, cooked live
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. Whether it’s tapas before paella and sharing boards for evening guests, we can cook padrón peppers, Serrano ham and albóndigas and more.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Catford. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Where
- Catford (SE6, BR1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Catford: your questions answered
What about parking in Catford?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will work around it.
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Laurence and Community Centre: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in Catford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Catford is within our area and the rest of Greater London. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- Anything your venue supplies
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Tapas for events in Catford
Catford is about 5 miles east of Streatham, in Greater London. Whether your event is in the middle of Catford or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Catford is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Catford, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Guests travelling by rail: Catford Bridge station is about 0.5 miles away.
We cater events across SE6 and BR1 and the streets around it. Your event could be at a home on Bargery Road, Penerley Road and Inchmery Road. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Bellingham (1 mile south-west), Southend (1 mile south-west), Ladywell (1 mile north), Hither Green (1 mile north-east) and Bell Green (1 mile south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles north-west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Prefab Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.4 miles north). Not far away are Downham Woodland Walk and Knight's Hill.
- Schools near Catford include Conisborough College (0.5 miles south) and Trinity Church of England School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The London & Rye pub (under half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Nunhead (2.5 miles north-west)
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Catering across Greater London, including Catford
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Access to unload near the serving area
- An area to prepare hot tapas
Catford 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 in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Ask for labels on each dish
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Who books tapas catering in Catford?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
Historic houses near Catford include Eltham Palace (2.8 miles east) and Queen's House (2.8 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The wet-weather plan
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. Sunset in Catford is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
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More for events in Catford
- 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