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Tapas Catering for Wandsworth events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Wandsworth and across Greater London.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Table tapas as a starter
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Tapas catering near Wandsworth
Tapas catering in Wandsworth, made fresh on the day
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. Whether it is cocktail parties and evening grazing, we will put together a menu of croquetas, patatas bravas and albóndigas.
Tapas work well for receptions and parties in Wandsworth, in a home, a venue or an office. Tell us about access and parking. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Wandsworth (SW18, SW15, SW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Wandsworth
Wandsworth is about 3 miles south-west of Brompton, in Greater London. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around Wandsworth and the surrounding area. Wandsworth is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Historic buildings near Wandsworth frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. A picnic in King George's Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering.
This part of Greater London takes in SW18, SW15 and SW11. Whether your event is on Alma Road, Marl Road and Knoll Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Southfields (1 mile south), Earlsfield (1 mile south), Hurlingham (1 mile north), Clapham Junction (1 mile north-east) and Battersea (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-east), City of Westminster (4 miles north), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), Kensington (3 miles north), St Pancras (6 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Southside Wandsworth (less than half a mile west) and Antique Breadboard Museum (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Wandsworth includes Battersea Park Lake and Henman Hill.
- Local schools include Ashcroft Technology Academy (0.7 miles west) and Emanuel School (0.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Spread Eagle pub (within half a mile north)
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Wandsworth is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
Wandsworth questions
What about parking in Wandsworth?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We’ll plan unloading around it.
Which station should guests use for Wandsworth?
Wandsworth Town station, in Wandsworth itself.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you cater in Wandsworth?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Wandsworth is within our area and the rest of Greater London. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Wandsworth hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Catering across Greater London, including Wandsworth
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Collect dietary needs
- Label seafood clearly
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Each dish is labelled.
Spanish desserts to finish.
What affects the price in Wandsworth
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Anything your venue supplies
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Why choose tapas catering in Wandsworth?
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Wandsworth book us for occasions like:
- Cocktail parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
- Engagement parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Anne's Church.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the team stays
- Travel and parking costs
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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’ll do the cooking.
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The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Wandsworth until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
- 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