Greater London · England
Tapas Catering for Pimlico events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Pimlico. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Pimlico
How our tapas catering works in Pimlico
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. On the menu are padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for drinks parties and receptions and evening sharing boards.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Pimlico. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Pimlico (SW1P, SW1V, SW1W)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about tapas catering in Pimlico
We are having a ceremony at St Gabriel's: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Could we have live paella in Pimlico Gardens?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Pimlico
- Events in Pimlico and across Greater London
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
What affects the price in Pimlico
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
As a London location, Pimlico is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
Step by step
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in Pimlico 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.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
More for events in Pimlico
Pimlico: venues and local tips
Pimlico is about 1 mile east of Brompton, in Greater London. For an event in Pimlico, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Pimlico. Pimlico is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook.
A picnic in Pimlico Gardens? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Gabriel's.
Tapas catering in SW1P, SW1V and SW1W is planned around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Ponton Road, Wilton Road and Ebury Square, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Being close to the A202 and A3212, Pimlico is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Victoria (1 mile north-west), Nine Elms (1 mile south-west), Westminster (1 mile north), Millbank (1 mile north) and Vauxhall (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Kensington (3 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles north-east).
A little further out are Health Exhibition Centre (0.5 miles north-west) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (0.8 miles north). Not far away are Bellenden Road Nature Garden and Ludgate Hill.
- Local schools include Pimlico Academy (within half a mile south-east) and Grosvenor School of Modern Art (within half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Denbigh Arms (under half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Lambeth Palace Library (1.1 miles north-east)
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Staff to serve canapés.
- 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