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Tapas Catering in Chinbrook
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Chinbrook and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering in Chinbrook
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Tapas catering for your event in Chinbrook
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it’s engagement celebrations and evening sharing boards, we will put together a menu of padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Chinbrook. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Chinbrook (SE9, SE12, BR1)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Places near Chinbrook
Other catering in Chinbrook
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it’s light in Chinbrook until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
Planning tapas catering in Chinbrook? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Chinbrook
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Chinbrook: venues and local tips
Chinbrook is about 1 mile south-west of Eltham, in Greater London. Tell us where your event in Chinbrook will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Chinbrook is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cook right across the region, from Chinbrook to London (about 7 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Chinbrook, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Historic houses near Chinbrook include Eltham Palace (1.3 miles north-east) and Bromley Palace (2 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
We cover events in every part of SE9, SE12 and BR1 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Luffman Road, Riddons Road and Cobland Road or the roads around them. You will find Chinbrook on the A2212, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Close by, we cover events in Mottingham (1 mile north-east), Grove Park (1 mile west), Coldharbour (1 mile east), Middle Park (1 mile north) and Sundridge (1 mile south). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (7 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Eltham Community Hospital (1.6 miles north-east) and Prefab Museum (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Chinbrook includes Summer Hill and The Tarn.
- Nearby schools include Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy (0.7 miles south-west) and Colfe's School (1.3 miles north)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Bromley (2.3 miles south)
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Include staff for canapés
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Collect dietary needs
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Sangria and bar staff.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Who books tapas catering in Chinbrook?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Office parties and launches
A picnic in Chinbrook Meadows? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the team stays
FAQs for Chinbrook
Can you cook in Chinbrook Meadows?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
What’s the nearest station to Chinbrook for guests?
Grove Park station, in Chinbrook itself.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Live paella or other catering?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Chinbrook
- Drinks service on request
- Events in Chinbrook and across Greater London
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
- 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