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Tapas & canapé catering in Tooting Bec, Greater London
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Tooting Bec.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering in Tooting Bec
About our tapas catering in Tooting Bec
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. Popular choices include croquetas, albóndigas and patatas bravas, and we’re regularly asked to cater birthday drinks and engagement drinks.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Tooting Bec. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Tooting Bec (SW17, SW19, CR4)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Tooting Bec has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Room for a tapas table
- Permission from the venue
Tooting Bec is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Is live paella right for your event?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. 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.
Why us?
- A clear, itemised quote
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- How many staff you need
- Your choice of paellas
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Occasions we cook for in Tooting Bec
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Tooting Bec book us for events such as:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Sharing tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday drinks
A picnic in Wandle Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Tapas for events in Tooting Bec
Tooting Bec is about 3 miles south-west of Stockwell, in Greater London. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Tooting Bec and nearby villages. Tooting Bec is one of 764 places in Greater London where we cook. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Augustine, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Tooting Bec frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
We cater events across SW17, SW19 and CR4. From Vant Road, Byton Road and Avarn Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Tooting (1 mile south-east), Colliers Wood (1 mile south), Furzedown (1 mile east), Summerstown (1 mile north-west) and Streatham Park (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (6 miles north-east), City of Westminster (6 miles north), Marylebone (6 miles north), Kensington (5 miles north), St Pancras (7 miles north) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Southside Wandsworth (2.1 miles north-west) and St Leonard's (1.5 miles east). Not far away are Henman Hill and Battersea Park Lake.
- Local schools include Ensham School (within half a mile south-east) and Ernest Bevin College (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include King's Head pub (less than half a mile north)
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Collect dietary needs
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Serving boards and crockery.
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Questions from Tooting Bec
Can you cook in Wandle Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
We are having a ceremony at St Augustine: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you cover Tooting Bec?
We do. We cook at events in Tooting Bec and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
- 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