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Tapas & canapé catering in Heathrow, Surrey
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 Heathrow.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Live tapas catering in Heathrow
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Tapas catering in Heathrow, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. Popular choices include patatas bravas, Serrano ham and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for table tapas as a starter and work receptions.
Near Heathrow, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Nearby places to Heathrow
More for events in Heathrow
Heathrow: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Heathrow?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Heathrow?
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Rail station, in Heathrow itself.
How much does tapas catering cost in Heathrow?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
What about pudding?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
For event organisers in Heathrow
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’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Label seafood clearly
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Afterwards, we clear away.
Serving boards and crockery.
Heathrow: venues and local tips
Heathrow is about 2 miles north-west of Feltham, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Heathrow or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 16 miles away.
Historic buildings near Heathrow often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Historic houses near Heathrow include Osterley House (4.6 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
For tapas catering in TW6, we plan around your venue and timings. Other places close to Heathrow for tapas catering include West Bedfont (1 mile south-west), Hatton (1 mile east), Bedfont (1 mile south-east), Stanwell (1 mile south-west) and Harlington (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Woking (12 miles south-west), Camberley (15 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (12 miles south-east), Egham (5 miles south-west) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles south).
A little further out are Spelthorne Museum (3.5 miles south-west) and Harlington (1.6 miles north). Not far away are Staines Reservoirs and Crane Meadows.
- Local schools include Space Studio West London (1.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Queen's Arms (within half a mile north-east)
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
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 will do the cooking.
Events we cater in Heathrow
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
Guests travelling by rail: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 Rail station is in Heathrow itself.
What your quote should include
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
- The deposit and payment dates
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and typically vegetarian.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Heathrow is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
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.
Read more
- 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