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Tapas & canapé catering in Northolt, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Northolt. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Engagement celebrations
Live tapas catering in Northolt
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Tapas catering in Northolt, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Whether it’s welcome-drink canapés and sharing tapas starters, we’ll put together a menu of gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas for your guests.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Northolt. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Northolt (UB5, UB6)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Parking near the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Permission from the venue
Northolt is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Your questions about tapas catering in Northolt
What’s the nearest station to Northolt for guests?
The closest is Northolt Park station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
What about parking in Northolt?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We will work around it.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Places near Northolt
Other catering in Northolt
For event organisers in Northolt
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Receptions and parties in Northolt
Northolt is about 2 miles south-west of Harrow, in Greater London. For an event in Northolt, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Northolt. We cook in 764 places in Greater London. We cook right across the region, from Northolt to London (about 12 miles away).
Historic houses near Northolt include Northolt Manor (within half a mile south) and Ickenham Hall (3.2 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. A picnic in Northala Fields? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Anywhere in UB5 and UB6, we can cook for your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as Church Road, Eastcote Lane North and Tenby Gardens. We also cook at events in South Ruislip (1 mile north-west), Greenford (1 mile south-east), South Harrow (1 mile north-east), Yeading (2 miles south-west) and Yiewsley (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles east), City of Westminster (10 miles east), Marylebone (10 miles east), Kensington (8 miles south-east), St Pancras (11 miles east) and Shoreditch (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Heath Robinson Museum (3.1 miles north) and Clementine Churchill Hospital (2 miles north-east). The countryside around Northolt includes Islip Manor Meadows and Northala Fields.
- Local schools include Northolt High School (less than half a mile north-west) and Orley Farm School (1.5 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Greenwood Public House (0.8 miles east)
How we price tapas catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
- A picture of where we’d cook
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Evening receptions in Northolt stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Events in Northolt and across Greater London
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
See How we price And The cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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