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Tapas & canapé catering in Erith, Greater London
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Erith.
- Tapas starters
- Work receptions
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering near Erith
Drinks receptions around Erith
Erith is about 3 miles north-west of Dartford, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Erith, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Erith. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. Our events stretch from Erith to London (about 11 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Christ Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Hall Place and Gardens (2.3 miles south) and Red House (2.4 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the DA8, DA17 and DA7 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Your event could be at a home on Church Road, Town Square and Erith High Street. Other places close to Erith for tapas catering include Northumberland Heath (1 mile south), Bexley Riverside (1 mile south), Belvedere (1 mile north-west), Lessness Heath (1 mile north-west) and Barnehurst (1 mile south). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (11 miles west) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Erith and District Hospital (under half a mile south-west) and Broadway Shopping Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Crossness Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Erith School (under half a mile south-west) and Trinity School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Cross Keys pub (0.5 miles east)
- Local facilities include Colyers (0.6 miles south)
Tapas catering in Erith, cooked live
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. On the menu are croquetas, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española, and we are often booked for anniversary parties and evening sharing boards.
For a London drinks party in Erith, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Area
- Erith (DA8, DA17, DA7)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Collect dietary needs
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Bar staff and sangria.
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Permission from the venue
Erith is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How long we are needed on site
- The number of people
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The courses you’d like
- What the venue already provides
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
It’s 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.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Erith stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late 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.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose live paella in Erith?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in Erith and across Greater London
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Nearby places to Erith
Other catering in Erith
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Always popular and normally vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Your questions about tapas catering in Erith
What about parking in Erith?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will plan unloading around it.
What’s the nearest station to Erith for guests?
Erith has its own station: Erith station.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Who books tapas catering in Erith?
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
A picnic in Wildspace Conservation Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- How long the team stays
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
- 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