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Tapas & canapé catering in Stanmore, Greater London
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Stanmore: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening sharing boards
- Launches and office parties
Book tapas catering in Stanmore
Where we can cook in Stanmore
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Unloading access
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Stanmore is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
About our tapas catering in Stanmore
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. Whether it is office parties and launches and cocktail parties, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, tortilla española and croquetas.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Stanmore, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Stanmore (HA7, HA8, HA3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Collect dietary needs
- Label seafood clearly
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Who books tapas catering in Stanmore?
Tapas get people talking.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Stanmore, people book us for occasions like:
- Cocktail parties
- Anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deadline for final numbers
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Space, access and power needs
- The wet-weather plan
Receptions and parties in Stanmore
Stanmore is in Greater London. Anywhere in HA7, we can bring the pans to you. Stanmore is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 12 miles away.
Parks such as Canons Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Historic buildings near Stanmore often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
For tapas catering in HA7, HA8 and HA3, we plan around your venue. Whether your event is on Church Road, London Road and Edgware Road High Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. You’ll find Stanmore on the A410 and B461, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Belmont (1 mile south-west), Brockley Hill (1 mile north), Harrow Weald (2 miles west), Headstone (3 miles west) and Hatch End (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include London (12 miles south-east), City of Westminster (9 miles south-east), Marylebone (9 miles south-east), Kensington (9 miles south-east), St Pancras (10 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Hilfield Castle (3.2 miles north-west) and Cat Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Darland's Lake and Stanmore Country Park.
- Local schools include Avanti House School (less than half a mile south) and Whitchurch Junior School (under half a mile south)
- Pubs nearby include Sahara Lounge pub (0.5 miles north-west)
How it works
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Evening receptions in Stanmore stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Stanmore
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Stanmore: your questions answered
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St John: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Could we have live paella in Canons Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
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.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we will advise.
How much does tapas catering cost in Stanmore?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The number of people
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Stanmore
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Drinks service on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A clear, itemised quote
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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