Greater London · England
Tapas Catering for Hampton Wick events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hampton Wick: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
Book tapas catering in Hampton Wick
What tapas catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we are needed on site
- Your choice of paellas
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Planning tapas catering in Hampton Wick? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
How our tapas catering works in Hampton Wick
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it’s drinks parties and receptions and tapas and paella menus, we can cook gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and tortilla española for your guests.
For a London drinks party in Hampton Wick, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Hampton Wick (KT1, KT2, TW11)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space for a serving table or station
- Venue approval for outside catering
Hampton Wick 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 will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
Questions from Hampton Wick
Could we have live paella in Canbury Gardens?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
We’re having a ceremony at All Saints Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Label seafood clearly
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Waiting staff for canapés.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Hampton Wick has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- 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
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
Receptions and parties in Hampton Wick
Hampton Wick is about 3 miles south-east of Twickenham, in Greater London. For an event in Hampton Wick, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Hampton Wick is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook. Our nearest city page is London, about 11 miles away.
A picnic in Canbury Gardens? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. Historic houses near Hampton Wick include Hampton Court Palace (1.4 miles south-west) and Strawberry Hill House (2.1 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
For tapas catering in KT1, KT2 and TW11, we plan around your venue and your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Park Road, Fife Road and East Road. Other places close to Hampton Wick for tapas catering include Teddington (1 mile north-west), Ham (2 miles north), East Molesey (2 miles west), Strawberry Hill (2 miles north-west) and Hampton Hill (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (11 miles north-east), City of Westminster (10 miles north-east), Marylebone (10 miles north-east), Kensington (8 miles north-east), St Pancras (11 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Chessington Castle Hill (3.8 miles south) and Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch Museum (2.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Hampton Wick includes The Wood and The Lake.
- Nearby schools include Tiffin School (0.5 miles east) and Kingston Grammar School (0.5 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Foresters Arms (less than half a mile west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Coombe (2 miles east)
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Places near Hampton Wick
More for events in Hampton Wick
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why Hampton Wick hosts choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- We cover Hampton Wick and the whole of Greater London
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
- 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