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Tapas Catering in Loxford
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Loxford: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering in Loxford
How our tapas catering works in Loxford
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. For sharing tapas starters and receptions and drinks parties, we can cook croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham for your guests.
In Loxford, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Loxford (IG1, IG11, IG3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Drinks service on request
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Events in Loxford and across Greater London
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Also near Loxford
What else we do in Loxford
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Include staff for canapés
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Add sangria or cava
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Tapas for events in Loxford
Loxford is about 3 miles north-east of Plaistow, in Greater London. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Loxford and the surrounding area. We cater in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Luke's Church. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Barking station, about 0.6 miles south.
We cook at events all over IG1, IG11 and IG3 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Dane Road, Eton Road and Natal Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. We also cook at events in Ilford (1 mile north), Manor Park (1 mile west), Barking (1 mile south-east), Little Ilford (1 mile west) and Wallend (1 mile south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include East Ham (1.6 miles south-west) and Redbridge Museum (0.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Hollow Pond and Ripple Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Loxford School (under half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Barking Dog pub (0.6 miles south)
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Occasions we cook for in Loxford
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Loxford and Greater London:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Table tapas as a starter
Historic buildings near Loxford frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Loxford questions
Could we have live paella in Loxford Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Which station should guests use for Loxford?
Barking station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
How much does tapas catering cost in Loxford?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Loxford.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you do sangria?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
Planning the cooking area
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Access to unload near the serving area
Loxford is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
Step by step
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Loxford is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or IG1 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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