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Tapas & canapé catering in Redbridge, Greater London
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Redbridge.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering near Redbridge
Live paella or other catering?
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. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
About our tapas catering in Redbridge
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. We’re often asked to cater tapas before paella and evening grazing, with gambas al ajillo, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo.
For a London drinks party in Redbridge, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Redbridge (IG4, IG1, IG2)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose tapas catering in Redbridge?
Tapas get people talking.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Redbridge, people book us for occasions like:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Table tapas as a starter
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Office parties and launches
Historic buildings near Redbridge frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Who provides the crockery
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A spot for our serving station
- Space to finish hot dishes
Redbridge is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
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FAQs for Redbridge
What about parking in Redbridge?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Absolutely.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Drinks receptions around Redbridge
Redbridge is about 2 miles north-east of Forest Gate, in Greater London. Give us the address of your event in Redbridge, and we will plan access and set-up. Redbridge is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic houses near Redbridge include Valentines Mansion (0.7 miles south-east) and Eastbury Manor House (3.5 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Tapas catering in IG4, IG1 and IG2 is planned around your venue. Whether your event is on Fowey Avenue, Beehive Lane and Wycombe Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Other places close to Redbridge for tapas catering include Gants Hill (1 mile east), Cranbrook (1 mile south-east), Wanstead (1 mile west), Aldersbrook (1 mile south-west) and Newbury Park (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles south-west), Marylebone (9 miles south-west), Kensington (12 miles south-west), St Pancras (8 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (7 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Stratford Centre (3.3 miles south-west) and Redbridge Museum (1.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Pole Hill and Hollow Pond.
- Schools near Redbridge include Valentines High School (0.7 miles east)
- Local facilities include Cann Hall (2.1 miles south-west)
Step by step
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 the timing is planned around your event. Evening receptions in Redbridge 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.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Tell us what role tapas play
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Crockery and serving dishes.
For event organisers in Redbridge
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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.
- 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