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Tapas Catering in Old Coulsdon
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Old Coulsdon and the surrounding area.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Receptions and drinks parties
Planning an event in Old Coulsdon?
Tapas catering in Old Coulsdon, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. Whether it’s office parties and launches and sharing tapas starters, we can cook Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo and more.
For a London drinks party in Old Coulsdon, 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.
- Where
- Old Coulsdon (CR5, CR3, CR8)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Add sangria or cava
- Collect dietary needs
- Label seafood clearly
- Book staff to carry canapés round
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
What affects the price in Old Coulsdon
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The number of people
- The length of service
- Waiting and bar staff
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.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Permission from the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
As a London location, Old Coulsdon is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Old Coulsdon
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
Old Coulsdon: venues and local tips
Old Coulsdon is about 1 mile south-east of Coulsdon, in Greater London. Across the CR5 area, we can cook for your guests. Old Coulsdon is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Old Coulsdon to London (about 14 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Coulsdon South station, about 1.4 miles north-west. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Evangelist.
For tapas catering in CR5, CR3 and CR8, we plan around your venue. From Ellis Road, Tollers Lane and Court Avenue or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Coulsdon (1 mile north-west), Chipstead (2 miles west), Purley (2 miles north), Woodcote (2 miles north-west) and Woodmansterne (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in London (14 miles north), City of Westminster (15 miles north), Marylebone (15 miles north), Kensington (14 miles north), Whitechapel (15 miles north) and Brompton (14 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find East Surrey Museum (2 miles south-east) and St Lawrence's Hospital (1.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Old Coulsdon include Nore Hill and Mercers Lake.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Coulsdon (under half a mile south-east) and Sunnydown School (1.4 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Tudor Rose pub (under half a mile north-west)
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
FAQs for Old Coulsdon
Is parking a problem for events in Old Coulsdon?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We’ll plan unloading around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John the Evangelist?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Are the tapas fresh?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Nearby places to Old Coulsdon
Other catering in Old Coulsdon
Perfect for your event in Old Coulsdon
They work for any size of event.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Engagement parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening grazing
- Sharing tapas starters
A picnic in Dollypers Hill? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- How bad weather is handled
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
For event organisers in Old Coulsdon
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Old Coulsdon is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
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, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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