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Tapas Catering for Kensal Green events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Kensal Green and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Planning an event in Kensal Green?
Tapas catering in Kensal Green, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We are often asked to cater birthday drinks and drinks parties and receptions, serving patatas bravas, padrón peppers and albóndigas.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Kensal Green, indoors or out. Let us know about parking and loading. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Where
- Kensal Green (NW10, W10, NW6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
The process
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Kensal Green is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
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Kensal Green: venues and local tips
Kensal Green is about 1 mile south-west of Kilburn, in Greater London. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Kensal Green. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Kensal Green to London (6 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Kensal Green has its own station, Kensal Green station. Historic buildings near Kensal Green frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Tapas catering in NW10, W10 and NW6 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on Waldo Road, Hazel Road and Hiley Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Kensal Rise (1 mile east), College Park (1 mile west), North Kensington (1 mile south-east), Willesden Green (1 mile north) and Kensal Town (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (6 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles east), St Pancras (5 miles east), Shoreditch (6 miles east) and Walthamstow (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Ladbroke Estate (1.5 miles south-east) and Brent Museum and Archives (1.1 miles north). The countryside around Kensal Green includes Greville Place nature reserve and The Long Water.
- Nearby schools include Queens Park Community School (0.7 miles north-east) and Brondesbury College (1 mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Masons Arms (less than half a mile south-west)
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Check diets in advance
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- A spot for our serving station
As a London location, Kensal Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Events in Kensal Green and across Greater London
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Events we cater in Kensal Green
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Historic houses near Kensal Green include Kensington Palace (2.4 miles south-east) and Leighton House (2.4 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- Space, access and power needs
FAQs for Kensal Green
What’s the nearest station to Kensal Green for guests?
Kensal Green has its own station: Kensal Green station.
We’re having a ceremony at St Martin: can you cater afterwards?
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.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you come to Kensal Green?
We do. We cook at events in Kensal Green and across Greater London. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
- 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