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Tapas Catering for Kilburn events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Kilburn and across Greater London.
- Evening sharing boards
- Work receptions
- Cocktail parties
Planning an event in Kilburn?
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Kilburn hosts choose us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Tapas catering in Kilburn, cooked live
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for drinks parties and receptions and welcome-drink canapés.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Kilburn, in a home, a venue or an office. Tell us about access and parking. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Location
- Kilburn (NW6, W9, W10)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Unloading access
As a London location, Kilburn is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
How we price tapas catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many guests are eating
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many staff you need
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Kilburn? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Label seafood clearly
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Canapés need staff to serve
Table tapas are set down to share.
Staff to serve canapés.
Towns and villages near Kilburn
What else we do in Kilburn
How it works
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. Evening receptions in Kilburn stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Planning help
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Perfect for your event in Kilburn
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
If you are looking at a historic venue around Kilburn, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Allergen information for each dish
Kilburn questions
What’s the nearest station to Kilburn for guests?
Kilburn has its own station: Queens Park (London) station.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Anne's and St Andrew's?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How many different paellas?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Tapas for events in Kilburn
Kilburn is about 3 miles north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Kilburn, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Kilburn is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Parks such as Queen’s Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Anne's and St Andrew's.
This part of Greater London takes in NW6, W9 and W10, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on The Lane, Dyne Road and Quex Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Being close to the A4003, Kilburn is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. Other places close to Kilburn for tapas catering include Queen's Park (1 mile south), Kensal Rise (1 mile south-west), Brondesbury (1 mile north), Kensal Town (1 mile south) and Kensal Green (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (3 miles south-east), Marylebone (3 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south), St Pancras (4 miles east) and Shoreditch (5 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include O2 Centre (1.2 miles north-east) and Montfichet's Tower (4.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Greville Place nature reserve and Primrose Hill.
- Nearby schools include Marylebone Boys' School (less than half a mile north-east) and Maida Vale School (0.5 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Brondesbury Arms (within half a mile south-east)
- Local facilities include Frognal and Fitzjohns (1.5 miles north-east)
- 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