Greater London · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Sutton, Greater London
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Sutton.
- Engagement parties
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering near Sutton
About our tapas catering in Sutton
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. On the menu are Serrano ham, patatas bravas and albóndigas, and we’re often booked for drinks reception canapés and engagement parties.
For a London drinks party in Sutton, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Location
- Sutton (SM1, SM2, SM3, SM7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in Sutton
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Sutton:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Office parties and launches
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement parties
Parks such as Manor Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- Travel and parking costs
- The venue requirements
- Staff numbers and hours
Planning the cooking area
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space for a serving table or station
As a London location, Sutton 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 picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Sutton
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
What tapas catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How many guests are eating
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Anything your venue supplies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why Sutton hosts choose us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
See How we price And The cost guide.
Towns and villages near Sutton
What else we do in Sutton
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Sutton? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Add sangria or cava
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Serving boards and crockery.
FAQs for Sutton
Could we have live paella in Manor Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to Sutton for guests?
Sutton (London) station, in Sutton itself.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cover Sutton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Sutton is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Can you cook indoors?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Drinks receptions around Sutton
Sutton is about 9 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Sutton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Sutton. We cater in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Sutton to London (10 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Sutton (London) station is in Sutton itself. Historic houses near Sutton include Nonsuch Mansion (1.6 miles west) and Fitznells Manor (2.7 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Here we cover the SM1, SM2, SM3 and SM7 postcode area. From High Street, Manor Place and St Nicholas Way or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Main roads around Sutton include the B2230, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Sutton, we also cover Benhilton (1 mile north), Carshalton (1 mile east), Shanklin Village (1 mile south), St Helier (1 mile north) and Rosehill (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles north-east), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (4 miles south-west) and Chessington Castle Hill (4.2 miles west). Open spaces near Sutton include Devonshire Avenue Nature Area and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Sutton Grammar School (less than half a mile east) and Sutton College of Learning for Adults (less than half a mile south)
- Pubs nearby include The Grapes pub (less than half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Sutton and Cheam (0.5 miles south-west)
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it’s light in Sutton until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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- 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