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Tapas & canapé catering in Falconwood, 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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Falconwood.
- Engagement celebrations
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering for Falconwood events
Tapas catering for your event in Falconwood
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. We’re frequently asked to cater evening sharing boards and tapas starters, with tortilla española, padrón peppers and Serrano ham.
In Falconwood, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, in a home, a venue or an office. Tell us about access and parking. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Falconwood (DA16, DA15, SE9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it 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 while the paella cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Falconwood 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.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
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FAQs for Falconwood
Is parking a problem for events in Falconwood?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Bishop Ridley Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Fast service from the pan
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Tapas for events in Falconwood
Falconwood is about 2 miles north-east of Eltham, in Greater London. Wherever your event is in the DA16 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Falconwood is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 9 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Bishop Ridley Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Nearby historic houses include Danson House (1 mile east) and Red House (1.5 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Anywhere in DA16, DA15 and SE9, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Hook Lane, Gordon Road and Kent Avenue or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Falconwood for tapas catering include Blackfen (1 mile south), East Wickham (1 mile north), Avery Hill (1 mile south-west), Shooter's Hill (1 mile north-west) and New Eltham (2 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (11 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Broadway Shopping Centre (2.2 miles east) and Memorial Hospital (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Falconwood includes The Tarn and Summer Hill.
- Schools near Falconwood include Harris Academy Falconwood (less than half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The Plough and Harrow pub (less than half a mile north-east)
What affects the price in Falconwood
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Parking and unloading
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
- A picture of where we’d cook
Send us the date, your venue or DA16 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Collect dietary needs
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Afterwards, we clear away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Places near Falconwood
Other catering in Falconwood
Where we can cook in Falconwood
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Unloading access
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Room for a tapas table
As a London location, Falconwood is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
- 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