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Tapas & canapé catering in Greenford, Greater London
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Greenford and the surrounding area.
- Birthday drinks
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Greenford events
Tapas catering in Greenford, cooked live
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. Popular choices include tortilla española, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and we’re frequently booked for birthday drinks and sharing boards for evening guests.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Greenford, indoors or out. Let us know about parking and loading. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Location
- Greenford (UB6, UB5, UB1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Guest numbers
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Greenford
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
- Engagement celebrations
- Office parties and launches
Historic houses near Greenford include Northolt Manor (1 mile north-west) and Pitzhanger Manor (2.5 miles south-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Payment terms and deposit
- Allergen information for each dish
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Love Paella in Greenford
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Events in Greenford and across Greater London
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests generally gather round to watch while it cooks. Evening receptions in Greenford stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Parking near the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space for a serving table or station
As a London location, Greenford is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
Nearby places to Greenford
Other catering in Greenford
Questions from Greenford
Is parking a problem for events in Greenford?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
What’s the nearest station to Greenford for guests?
Greenford has its own station: Greenford station.
Do you provide serving staff?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Greenford: venues and local tips
Greenford is about 3 miles north-west of Ealing, in Greater London. Tell us where your event in Greenford will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cook in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Greenford to London (11 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Greenford has its own station, Greenford station. A picnic in Northala Fields? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
For tapas catering in UB6, UB5 and UB1, we plan around your venue. Local streets include Courthope Road, Oldfield Farm Gardens and Greenford Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. You’ll find Greenford on the A4090 and A4127, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Nearby, we also cater events in Northolt (1 mile north-west), Perivale (1 mile east), Sudbury (2 miles north-east), Sudbury Hill (2 miles north-east) and Dormers Wells (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (11 miles east), City of Westminster (9 miles east), Marylebone (9 miles east), Kensington (7 miles south-east), St Pancras (10 miles east) and Shoreditch (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Municipal Borough of Ealing (2.4 miles south-east) and London Designer Outlet (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Greenford include Northala Fields and Litten Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Ada Lovelace Church of England High School (less than half a mile south-west) and The Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Railway pub (less than half a mile north)
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Include staff for canapés
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Add sangria or cava
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Each dish is labelled.
Staff to serve canapés.
- 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