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Tapas & canapé catering in Kennington, Greater London
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Kennington and across Greater London.
- Launches and office parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Welcome-drink canapés
Tapas catering near Kennington
Kennington: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Calvary Church of God in Christ?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Kennington for guests?
Vauxhall station, in Kennington itself.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Tapas catering in Kennington, made fresh on the day
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. For tapas and paella menus and work receptions, we can cook albóndigas, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas and more.
In Kennington, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, in a home, a venue or an office. Let us know about parking and loading. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Kennington (SW8, SW1P, SE11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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.
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Kennington
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Fast service from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Always popular and normally vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
What affects the price in Kennington
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Whether you need crockery
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Kennington? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Kennington
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
For guests coming by train, Vauxhall station is in Kennington itself.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
Tapas for events in Kennington
Kennington is about 2 miles south-west of London, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Kennington, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cover 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Calvary Church of God in Christ. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Kennington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
For tapas catering in SW8, SW1P and SE11, we plan around your venue. That could mean an event in a garden on Kay Road, Lett Road and Rita Road or the roads around them. Being close to the A203 and A3204, Kennington is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. If your venue is just outside Kennington, we also cover Oval (1 mile north), South Lambeth (1 mile south-west), Little Portugal (1 mile south), North Brixton (1 mile south-east) and Vauxhall (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (3 miles north-west), Marylebone (3 miles north-west), Kensington (4 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Type Museum (0.5 miles south) and The Gordon Hospital (1 mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Schools near Kennington include Archbishop Tenison's Church of England School (within half a mile north-east) and St Peter's School (within half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find Crown and Thistle pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north) and City and Liberty of Westminster (1.3 miles north)
How it works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Evening receptions in Kennington stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Canapés need staff to serve
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Crockery and serving dishes.
- 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