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Tapas & canapé catering in Waddon, Greater London
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Waddon. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Work receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
Book tapas catering in Waddon
Waddon: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Waddon?
Waddon station, in Waddon itself.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St George: 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.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Tapas catering in Waddon, cooked live
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We’re often asked to cater engagement parties and tapas with a paella main course, serving Serrano ham, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Waddon, indoors or out. Tell us about access and parking. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Waddon (CR0, CR2, SM6)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Receptions and parties in Waddon
Waddon is about 1 mile west of Croydon, in Greater London. Events in Waddon are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Waddon is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cook right across the region, from Waddon to London (about 9 miles away).
Historic buildings near Waddon frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Guests travelling by rail: Waddon station is in Waddon itself.
Tapas catering in CR0, CR2 and SM6 is planned around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Abbey Road, Alton Road and Epsom Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Waddon for tapas catering include Old Town (1 mile north-east), Bandonhill (1 mile west), Beddington (1 mile north-west), Russell Hill (1 mile south-west) and Roundshaw (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include County Borough of Croydon (0.8 miles north-east) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (0.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Duppas Hill and Roundshaw Downs.
- Local schools include St Andrew's CofE School (within half a mile north) and Rutherford School (1.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Waddon Hotel (under half a mile north-west)
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and generally vegetarian.
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Waddon is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Before we arrive
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
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What affects the price in Waddon
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- The number of people
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Check diets in advance
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Staff to serve canapés.
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space for a serving table or station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Waddon 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 picture of the space and we will say what we think.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
Why choose tapas catering in Waddon?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Waddon, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
- Table tapas as a starter
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St George.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- 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