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Tapas & canapé catering in Moorhouse Bank, Greater London
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Moorhouse Bank: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Moorhouse Bank
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. At midsummer, it’s light in Moorhouse Bank until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Tell us where to park and unload
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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How our tapas catering works in Moorhouse Bank
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. We cook padrón peppers, Serrano ham and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for launches and office parties and engagement celebrations.
In Moorhouse Bank, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Moorhouse Bank (TN16)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space on each table
- Permission from the venue
- Access to unload near the serving area
As a London location, Moorhouse Bank 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 will advise.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
Planning a tapas spread in Moorhouse Bank
Moorhouse Bank is about 6 miles west of Sevenoaks, in Greater London. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Moorhouse Bank and the surrounding area. We cater in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. We cook right across the region, from Moorhouse Bank to London (18 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as St Andrew's, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hurst Green station, about 2.2 miles south-west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Moorhouse Bank, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the TN16 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. We also cook at events in The Chart (1 mile south-west), Goodley Stock (1 mile south-east), Westerham (1 mile north-east), Pains-Hill (1 mile south-west) and Titsey (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Orpington (9 miles north), New Cross (15 miles north), Thornton Heath (12 miles north-west), Croydon (10 miles north-west), East Dulwich (15 miles north) and Streatham (14 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Tandridge Priory (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Moorhouse Bank includes Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Wolfe Public House (0.8 miles east)
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and typically vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Perfect for your event in Moorhouse Bank
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Moorhouse Bank, people book us for events such as:
- Engagement drinks
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
Nearby historic houses include Quebec House (1.3 miles east) and Titsey Place (1.8 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Whether VAT is included
- Staff numbers and hours
How we price tapas catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- How many courses
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we’re needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- Roughly how many adults and children
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Moorhouse Bank? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Check diets in advance
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Common questions in Moorhouse Bank
What about parking in Moorhouse Bank?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will work around it.
Do you cater in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Do you cover Moorhouse Bank?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Moorhouse Bank and the rest of Greater London. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How many tapas per person?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it’s cooked separately.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
- 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