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Tapas & canapé catering in Lee, Greater London
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Lee and Greater London, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Planning an event in Lee?
Tapas catering for your event in Lee
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. We cook Serrano ham, tortilla española and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for evening grazing and engagement drinks.
For a London drinks party in Lee, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Lee (SE12, SE13, SE3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell usually draws people over. At midsummer, it’s light in Lee until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Lee? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
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Live paella or other catering?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Events in Lee and across Greater London
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Lee? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
How we price tapas catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of where we’d cook
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Lee is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
Towns and villages near Lee
Also in Lee
Lee: your questions answered
Can you cook in Manor House Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
What’s the nearest station to Lee for guests?
Lee has its own station: Lee station.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cover Lee?
We do. We cook at events in Lee and across Greater London. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we will advise.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Tapas for events in Lee
Lee is about 2 miles south of Greenwich, in Greater London. Events in Lee are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Lee is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Lee to London (about 6 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: Lee station is in Lee itself. Nearby historic houses include Eltham Palace (1.7 miles east) and Queen's House (2.1 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
We cater events across SE12, SE13 and SE3. Whether your event is on Old Road, Manor Lane and Mallet Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hither Green (1 mile west), Horn Park (1 mile south-east), Lewisham (1 mile north-west), Ladywell (1 mile west) and Blackheath (1 mile north). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (6 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Nunhead (2.9 miles west) and University Hospital Lewisham (1.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and Birdbrook Road Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Trinity Church of England School (within half a mile north) and International Academy of Greenwich (less than half a mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Edmund Halley pub (within half a mile north-east)
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Collect dietary needs
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Perfect for your event in Lee
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever you are celebrating in Lee, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Table tapas as a starter
- Work receptions
- Engagement parties
If you are looking at a historic venue around Lee, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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