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Tapas Catering for Cricklewood events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Cricklewood and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
Book tapas catering in Cricklewood
Cricklewood: venues and local tips
Cricklewood is about 1 mile north-west of Kilburn, in Greater London. Anywhere in NW2, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cover 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Cricklewood to London (7 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Cricklewood has its own station, Cricklewood station. After a ceremony at a church such as St Gabriel's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Tapas catering in NW2, NW6 and NW10 is planned around your venue. That could mean an event in a garden on Ivy Road, Walm Lane and Dean Road. Being close to the A407, Cricklewood is easy for us to reach for your event. For events just outside Cricklewood, we cover Brondesbury (1 mile south-east), Willesden (1 mile south-west), Dollis Hill (1 mile north-west), Willesden Green (1 mile south-west) and Neasden (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles south-east), City of Westminster (4 miles south-east), Marylebone (4 miles south-east), Kensington (4 miles south), St Pancras (5 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Brent Cross Shopping Centre (1.5 miles north) and Brent Museum and Archives (0.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Parliament Hill and Westbere Copse.
- Schools near Cricklewood include Hampstead School (0.5 miles east) and Brondesbury College (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Crown Public House (within half a mile north-east)
- Other local spots include Frognal and Fitzjohns (1.4 miles east)
How our tapas catering works in Cricklewood
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Typical bookings include birthday and anniversary parties and receptions and drinks parties, with patatas bravas, padrón peppers and croquetas.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Cricklewood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Cricklewood (NW2, NW6, NW10)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Cricklewood hosts choose us
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Events in Cricklewood and across Greater London
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Where we can cook in Cricklewood
We will be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Unloading access
- Permission from the venue
- Space on each table
Cricklewood 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 picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Cricklewood
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Crockery and serving dishes.
What affects the price in Cricklewood
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Questions from Cricklewood
What’s the nearest station to Cricklewood for guests?
Cricklewood station, in Cricklewood itself.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Gabriel's Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What happens on the day
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Cricklewood until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. 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 hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Cricklewood? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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