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Tapas Catering in Peckham
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Peckham.
- Evening sharing boards
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Live tapas catering in Peckham
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Tapas catering in Peckham, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We are frequently asked to cater launches and office parties and canapés with welcome drinks, serving croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and gambas al ajillo.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Peckham, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Peckham (SE15, SE14, SE5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Peckham
Peckham is about 2 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Peckham and nearby villages. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
After a ceremony at a church such as All Saints Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. A picnic in Brimmington Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
This part of Greater London takes in SE15, SE14 and SE5, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Rye Lane, Relf Road and Mona Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You’ll find Peckham on the A2215, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. We also cook at events in Nunhead (1 mile south-east), Telegraph Hill (1 mile south-east), South Bermondsey (1 mile north), Surrey Canal (1 mile north-east) and East Dulwich (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover City of Westminster (5 miles north-west), Marylebone (5 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Shoreditch (4 miles north) and Walthamstow (8 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Southwark Adult Education Institute (less than half a mile east) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.8 miles north). Not far away are St. James's Park Lake and Knight's Hill.
- Nearby schools include The St Thomas the Apostle College (less than half a mile east) and Southwark Free School (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Kentish Drovers pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Nunhead (within half a mile south-east)
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many guests are eating
- Your choice of paellas
- Waiting and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and rough timings
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
Planning tapas catering in Peckham? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Peckham: your questions answered
Could we have live paella in Brimmington Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to Peckham for guests?
Queens Road Peckham station, in Peckham itself.
Do we need staff for canapés?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Room for a tapas table
- Permission from the venue
As a London location, Peckham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
Live paella or other catering?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Peckham hosts choose us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- We cover Peckham and the whole of Greater London
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Peckham? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Step by step
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch while it cooks. Evening receptions in Peckham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Add sangria or cava
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Include staff for canapés
Each dish is labelled.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Occasions we cook for in Peckham
They work for any size of event.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Peckham, people book us for occasions like:
- Tapas before paella
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement drinks
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (2.6 miles east) and Kingswood House (2.9 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- VAT, if it applies
- The venue requirements
More for events in Peckham
- 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