Greater London · England
Tapas Catering in New Cross
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across New Cross and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering in New Cross
About our tapas catering in New Cross
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and croquetas, and typical bookings are for tapas before paella and receptions and drinks parties.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in New Cross, indoors or out. Let us know about parking and loading. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Area
- New Cross (SE8, SE14, SE4)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you’re ready to eat. A summer drinks reception in New Cross has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in New Cross, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Include staff for canapés
Afterwards, we clear away.
Sangria and bar staff.
Common questions in New Cross
Could we have live paella in Fordham Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
We are having a ceremony at St James's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why New Cross hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Fast service from the pan
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Tapas for events in New Cross
New Cross is about 3 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. Across the SE8 area, we can cook for your guests. We cook in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, New Cross station is in New Cross itself. Historic buildings near New Cross frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Tapas catering in SE8, SE14 and SE4 is planned around your venue. We can cater an event on streets such as Ivy Road, Mona Road and Avon Road. With the A2209 and A2210 close by, New Cross is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. Neighbouring places where we cater events include St Johns (1 mile east), Telegraph Hill (1 mile south-west), Deptford (1 mile north-east), Nunhead (1 mile south-west) and Lewisham (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (3 miles north-west), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles north-west).
A little further out are Miller General Hospital (0.6 miles north-east) and Fan Museum (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near New Cross include St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Addey and Stanhope School (within half a mile north-east) and Laban Centre (0.9 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Wickham Arms (under half a mile south)
- Local facilities include Nunhead (0.9 miles west)
What else we do in New Cross
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Space on each table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
New Cross is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
Always popular and usually vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
- 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