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Tapas & canapé catering in Shadwell, Greater London
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Shadwell and the surrounding area.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Shadwell events
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Shadwell
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Catering across Greater London, including Shadwell
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Tapas catering in Shadwell, made fresh on the day
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings in and around Shadwell. For sharing tapas starters and canapés with welcome drinks, we can cook patatas bravas, croquetas and tortilla española and more.
For a London drinks party in Shadwell, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Shadwell (SE16, E1, E1W)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Shadwell is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Why choose tapas catering in Shadwell?
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Shadwell book us for occasions like:
- Evening grazing
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
Historic buildings near Shadwell frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
Drinks receptions around Shadwell
Shadwell is about 1 mile south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. From the centre of Shadwell to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Shadwell is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Historic houses near Shadwell include Mansion House (1.9 miles west) and Queen's House (2.6 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. For guests coming by train, Wapping station is in Shadwell itself.
Wherever your event is in SE16, E1 and E1W, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Swan Road, Thame Road and Brunel Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Main roads around Shadwell include the A101 and A126, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. For events just outside Shadwell, we cover Ratcliff (1 mile north), East End of London (1 mile north-west), Wapping (1 mile west), St George in the East (1 mile west) and Limehouse (1 mile north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hampstead (7 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Tower of London (1.3 miles west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (0.8 miles south). Open spaces near Shadwell include Lavender Pond and Tower Hill.
- Schools near Shadwell include Bacon's College (under half a mile south-east) and St Mellitus College (0.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Prospect of Whitby pub (under half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Holy Trinity (1.2 miles north) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.6 miles north-west)
Towns and villages near Shadwell
Also in Shadwell
Shadwell questions
Which station should guests use for Shadwell?
Shadwell has its own station: Wapping station.
Can you cook in Russia Dock Woodland?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Do you come to Shadwell?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Shadwell is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Include staff for canapés
- Label seafood clearly
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Add a live paella main.
- 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