Greater London · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Hither Green, Greater London
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Hither Green.
- Engagement drinks
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering near Hither Green
How our tapas catering works in Hither Green
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. For office parties and launches and table tapas as a starter, we can cook tortilla española, Manchego with membrillo and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
For a London drinks party in Hither Green, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
- Area
- Hither Green (SE13, SE12, SE6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Hither Green stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late 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.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from Hither Green
What about parking in Hither Green?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We’ll work around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Swithun?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Also in Hither Green
Drinks receptions around Hither Green
Hither Green is about 2 miles south-east of New Cross, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Hither Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Hither Green is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook.
For guests coming by train, Hither Green station is in Hither Green itself. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Swithun.
For tapas catering in SE13, SE12 and SE6, we plan around your venue. That could mean an event in a garden on Old Road, Manor Lane and Pascoe Road. If your venue is just outside Hither Green, we also cover Lee (1 mile east), Ladywell (1 mile west), Lewisham (1 mile north-west), Catford (1 mile south-west) and Horn Park (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Greenwich Castle (1.8 miles north) and Nunhead (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Hither Green includes Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve and Summer Hill.
- Schools near Hither Green include Trinity Church of England School (within half a mile north-east) and International Academy of Greenwich (0.7 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Edmund Halley pub (0.6 miles north-east)
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Spanish desserts to finish.
What we need at the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
As a London location, Hither Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Perfect for your event in Hither Green
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Parks such as Manor House Gardens have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What to look for in a quote
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How each diet is kept separate
- Payment terms and deposit
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Hither Green hosts choose us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
For event organisers in Hither Green
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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