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Tapas & canapé catering in Ruislip Gardens, Greater London
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Ruislip Gardens.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Tapas catering near Ruislip Gardens
Tapas catering in Ruislip Gardens, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. Typical bookings include table tapas as a starter and tapas and paella menus, with albóndigas, patatas bravas and tortilla española.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Ruislip Gardens. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Ruislip Gardens (HA4)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Receptions and parties in Ruislip Gardens
Ruislip Gardens is about 1 mile south of Ruislip, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Ruislip Gardens, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Ruislip Gardens is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cook. Our events stretch from Ruislip Gardens to London (14 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: South Ruislip station is about 0.5 miles away. Parks such as Church Field Gardens have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
This part of Greater London takes in HA4, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Bedford Road, Tiptree Road and Hardy Avenue. Close by, we cover events in Ruislip Manor (1 mile north), Ruislip (1 mile north), Ickenham (2 miles west), Hillingdon (2 miles south-west) and Newyears Green (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (14 miles east), City of Westminster (12 miles east), Marylebone (12 miles east), Kensington (10 miles south-east), St Pancras (13 miles east) and Shoreditch (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hayes Cottage Hospital (2.7 miles south) and The Chimes (3 miles west). Not far away are Northala Fields and Horse Shoe Bay.
- Local schools include Ruislip Gardens Primary School (less than half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Arth pub (within half a mile north-west)
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
How we price tapas catering
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- How many courses
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Travel, parking and access
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Send us the date, your venue or HA4 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Ruislip Gardens
What else we do in Ruislip Gardens
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Ruislip Gardens
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Space on each table
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
As a London location, Ruislip Gardens 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.
On the menu in Ruislip Gardens
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Ruislip Gardens is around 9:25pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Check diets in advance
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Ruislip Gardens: your questions answered
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Paul: can you cater afterwards?
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’s the nearest station to Ruislip Gardens for guests?
South Ruislip station, about 0.5 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
- 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