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Tapas & canapé catering in Walham Green, Greater London
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Walham Green and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
Live tapas catering in Walham Green
How our tapas catering works in Walham Green
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. For sharing tapas starters and canapés with welcome drinks, we can cook patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Walham Green, in a home, a venue or an office. Let us know about parking and loading. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
- Area
- Walham Green (SW6, SW10, SW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Walham Green: venues and local tips
Walham Green is about 2 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. Wherever your event is in the SW6 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Walham Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Parks such as William Parnell Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Tapas catering in SW6, SW10 and SW11 is planned around your venue. Streets in the area include Farm Lane, Lots Road and Epple Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You’ll find Walham Green on the A304, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. If your venue is just outside Walham Green, we also cover Chelsea Harbour (1 mile south-east), Parsons Green (1 mile south-west), World's End (1 mile north-east), Sands End (1 mile south-east) and West Brompton (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Chelsea and Westminster Hospital (0.5 miles north-east) and Putney Exchange (1.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Battersea Park Lake and WWT London Wetland Centre.
- Local schools include Heatherley School of Fine Art (under half a mile east) and Langford Primary School (under half a mile south)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose pub (within half a mile south-east)
- Other local spots include Natural History Museum Library and Archives (1.4 miles north-east) and Ladbroke Estate (2.5 miles north)
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
As a London location, Walham Green is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
Walham Green questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Could we have live paella in William Parnell Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Should we have more than one paella?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
How much does tapas catering cost in Walham Green?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
How the day works
Here’s how the day typically runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. A summer drinks reception in Walham Green 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 set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
How to get a price
To get a price, use 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 live paella in Walham Green?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Events in Walham Green and across Greater London
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Places near Walham Green
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Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Add sangria or cava
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Bar staff and sangria.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
What affects the price in Walham Green
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Travel, parking and access
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
Why choose tapas catering in Walham Green?
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Walham Green and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Office parties and launches
- Cocktail parties
Historic houses near Walham Green include Carlyle's House (1 mile north-east) and Garden Lodge, Kensington (1.2 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
- 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