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Tapas & canapé catering in Dagenham Green, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Dagenham Green. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Tapas starters
- Evening grazing
- Tapas and paella menus
Tapas catering in Dagenham Green
How our tapas catering works in Dagenham Green
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. Typical bookings include work receptions and canapés with welcome drinks, with croquetas, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Dagenham Green, in a home, a venue or an office. Let us know about parking and loading. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Dagenham Green (RM9, RM10, RM13)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Tapas for events in Dagenham Green
Dagenham Green is about 1 mile south-west of Dagenham, in Greater London. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Dagenham Green. Dagenham Green is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
Historic houses near Dagenham Green include Rainham Hall (1.9 miles east) and Eastbury Manor House (2.2 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. After a ceremony at a church such as St Martin's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Anywhere in RM9, RM10 and RM13, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include New Road, Link Road and Ripple Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Dagenham Green, we also cover Dagenham Dock (1 mile south-west), Beam Park (1 mile east), Hornchurch Marshes (1 mile south-east), Dagenham (1 mile north-east) and Castle Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles west) and Shoreditch (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include River (under half a mile south-east) and Barking Community Hospital (2.3 miles west). Not far away are Scrattons Eco Park.
- Schools near Dagenham Green include Dagenham Park Community School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Cross Keys pub (1 mile north-east)
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
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.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of the space, if you can
Planning tapas catering in Dagenham Green? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why Dagenham Green hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Perfect for your event in Dagenham Green
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Evening grazing
- Cocktail parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement parties
Guests travelling by rail: Dagenham Green has its own station, Dagenham Dock station.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- The wet-weather plan
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether VAT is included
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Collect dietary needs
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Bar staff and sangria.
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Evening receptions in Dagenham Green stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Where we can cook in Dagenham Green
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room for a tapas table
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
As a London location, Dagenham Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Dagenham Green
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
Common questions in Dagenham Green
What about parking in Dagenham Green?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
What’s the nearest station to Dagenham Green for guests?
Dagenham Green has its own station: Dagenham Dock station.
Do you come to Dagenham Green?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Dagenham Green is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
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