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Tapas & canapé catering in Mortlake, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Mortlake. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
Live tapas catering in Mortlake
Mortlake: venues and local tips
Mortlake is about 3 miles west of Fulham, in Greater London. Anywhere in SW14, we can cook for your guests. Mortlake is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Mortlake to London (about 8 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Chiswick House (1.3 miles north) and Hogarth's House (1.5 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Mortlake, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
This part of Greater London takes in SW14, SW13 and SW15. Streets in the area include Elm Road, Well Lane and Coval Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Mortlake is on the A3003, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Other places close to Mortlake for tapas catering include East Sheen (1 mile south-west), North Sheen (1 mile north-west), Barnes (1 mile north-east), Grove Park (1 mile north) and Roehampton (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles east), City of Westminster (6 miles north-east), Marylebone (6 miles north-east), Kensington (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Barnes Hospital (under half a mile east) and Ubuntu Museum: African Museum of Humanity (1.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Richmond Hill and Kew Gardens Lake.
- Nearby schools include Richmond Park Academy (less than half a mile south-east) and Ibstock Place School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Hare and Hounds pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Acton (2.8 miles north)
Tapas catering in Mortlake, made fresh on the day
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. For sharing tapas starters and tapas and paella menus, we can cook albóndigas, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo.
For a London drinks party in Mortlake, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Mortlake (SW14, SW13, SW15)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Common questions in Mortlake
What about parking in Mortlake?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll plan unloading around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at All Saints' Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Mortlake.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
As a London location, Mortlake is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Mortlake hosts choose us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Catering across Greater London, including Mortlake
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Places near Mortlake
More for events in Mortlake
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Mortlake 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 choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Planning tapas catering in Mortlake? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Who books tapas catering in Mortlake?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Launches and office parties
- Evening sharing boards
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement celebrations
A picnic in Palewell Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payment is due
- 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