Greater London · England
Tapas Catering in Fish Island
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Fish Island.
- Work receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas and paella menus
Tapas catering near Fish Island
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tapas catering in Fish Island, made fresh on the day
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Whether it’s tapas before paella and evening grazing, we can cook patatas bravas, albóndigas and croquetas for your guests.
For a London drinks party in Fish Island, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Area
- Fish Island (E3, E9, E20)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
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.
Places near Fish Island
What else we do in Fish Island
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
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 to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
For event organisers in Fish Island
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Why choose live paella in Fish Island?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why Fish Island hosts choose us
- Events in Fish Island and across Greater London
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Questions from Fish Island
What’s the nearest station to Fish Island for guests?
Hackney Wick station, in Fish Island itself.
We’re having a ceremony at St Mary of Eton: can you cater afterwards?
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.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
How much does tapas catering cost in Fish Island?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cover Fish Island?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Fish Island. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
The process
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. A summer drinks reception in Fish Island has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
Planning tapas catering in Fish Island? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Drinks receptions around Fish Island
Fish Island is about 1 mile west of Stratford, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Fish Island, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Fish Island is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook.
A picnic in Grove Hall Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Historic buildings near Fish Island frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Anywhere in E3, E9 and E20, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Wick Lane, Dace Road and Wyke Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hackney Wick (1 mile north), Old Ford (1 mile south), Donnybrook Quarter (1 mile south-west), Bow (1 mile south) and East Village (1 mile north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Tower of London (3.1 miles south-west) and St Clement's Hospital (1 mile south). Green spaces nearby include Hollow Pond and Tower Hill.
- Schools near Fish Island include Mulberry UTC (within half a mile south) and Mulberry UTC (within half a mile south)
- Nearby, you will find The Lea Tavern (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Park (under half a mile west)
Events we cater in Fish Island
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Fish Island and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks reception canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mary of Eton, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before booking anyone
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- The wet-weather plan
- 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