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Tapas Catering in Homerton
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Homerton and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Evening grazing
- Work receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
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Tapas catering in Homerton, cooked live
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. Popular choices include albóndigas, Serrano ham and padrón peppers, and we’re regularly asked to cater office parties and launches and drinks parties and receptions.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Homerton, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Homerton (E5, E9, E8)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Unloading access
- A spot for our serving station
As a London location, Homerton is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
What else we do in Homerton
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
How we price tapas catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- Timings and hours
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
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 are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. A summer drinks reception in Homerton 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.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Homerton
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Catering across Greater London, including Homerton
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Why choose tapas catering in Homerton?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Homerton:
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
- Tapas before paella
- Launches and office parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like United Reformed Church.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The deadline for final numbers
- Travel and parking costs
- If the price includes VAT
Tapas for events in Homerton
Homerton is about 4 miles north-east of London, in Greater London. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Homerton and nearby villages. Homerton is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Historic houses near Homerton include Sutton House (under half a mile south-west) and Mansion House (3.2 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. For guests coming by train, Homerton station is in Homerton itself.
Tapas catering in E5, E9 and E8 is planned around your venue and your guests. Your event could be at a home on Muir Road, Glyn Road and Rowe Lane. Being close to the A107 and A1207, Homerton is easy for us to reach. For events just outside Homerton, we cover Lower Clapton (1 mile north), Hackney (1 mile south), Clapton (1 mile north-west), Lea Bridge (1 mile north) and Hackney Marshes (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (5 miles south-west), Marylebone (5 miles south-west), Kensington (8 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south-west) and Walthamstow (3 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tower of London (3.3 miles south) and Clowns Gallery-Museum (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Homerton include Hollow Pond and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Newcome's School (less than half a mile north-west) and The City Academy (less than half a mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (less than half a mile south)
- Other local spots include Hackney (within half a mile south-west)
Questions from Homerton
What’s the nearest station to Homerton for guests?
Homerton station, in Homerton itself.
Can you cook in Millfields Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
- 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