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Tapas Catering in Hounslow West
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hounslow West and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Sharing tapas starters
- Welcome-drink canapés
Tapas catering in Hounslow West
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
About our tapas catering in Hounslow West
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. On the menu are Serrano ham, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers, and we’re often booked for anniversary parties and receptions and drinks parties.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Hounslow West, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
- Area
- Hounslow West (TW4, TW3, TW5)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in Hounslow West?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
The process
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it is light in Hounslow West until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. 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.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Planning tapas catering in Hounslow West? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Other catering in Hounslow West
FAQs for Hounslow West
Could we have live paella in Hounslow Heath?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
What about parking in Hounslow West?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will work around it.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Planning a tapas spread in Hounslow West
Hounslow West is about 2 miles west of Hounslow, in Greater London. From the centre of Hounslow West to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Hounslow West to London (13 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Paul, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hounslow West, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
This part of Greater London takes in TW4, TW3 and TW5. Whether your event is on Ivy Lane, Toad Lane and Bath Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. With the A3006 and A3063 close by, Hounslow West is simple for us to get to for your event. Other places close to Hounslow West for tapas catering include Heston (1 mile north), Lampton (1 mile east), North Hyde (2 miles north), Hounslow (2 miles east) and Woodlands (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in London (13 miles east), City of Westminster (11 miles east), Marylebone (11 miles east), Kensington (8 miles east), St Pancras (12 miles east) and Shoreditch (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Museum of Army Music (1.9 miles south-east) and Hounslow Hospital (0.7 miles east). Open spaces near Hounslow West include Richmond Hill and Garden Lake.
- Local schools include Gunnersbury Catholic School (0.6 miles east) and The Heathland School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Beaver pub (under half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (1.7 miles east)
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space on each table
- Parking near the venue
- Space to finish hot dishes
Hounslow West is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
Who books tapas catering in Hounslow West?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Parks such as Hounslow Heath have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Who provides the crockery
- When final numbers are due
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many guests are eating
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
It is 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.
- 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