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Tapas Catering for West Ealing events
Looking for tapas catering in West Ealing? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering for West Ealing events
Planning a tapas spread in West Ealing
West Ealing is about 1 mile west of Ealing, in Greater London. Across the W7 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 11 miles away.
Parks such as Drayton Green have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. For guests coming by train, West Ealing has its own station, Hanwell station.
We cook at events all over W7, W13 and UB2. From Park Road, Green Lane and Dean's Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. West Ealing sits on or near the A4001, which makes travel to your event easy. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hanwell (1 mile east), Dormers Wells (1 mile north-west), Ealing (1 mile east), South Ealing (2 miles east) and Pitshanger (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (11 miles east), City of Westminster (8 miles east), Marylebone (8 miles east), Kensington (6 miles east), St Pancras (10 miles east) and Shoreditch (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Gunnersbury Park House - Large Mansion (2.4 miles east) and Ealing Hospital (under half a mile south-west). Open spaces near West Ealing include Long Wood and Middle Lake.
- Local schools include Drayton Manor High School (0.5 miles north) and Cuckoo Schools (0.9 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Viaduct pub (less than half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Ealing (1.4 miles east)
How our tapas catering works in West Ealing
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. Popular choices include albóndigas, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for work receptions and birthday drinks.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in West Ealing. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- West Ealing (W7, W13, UB2)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
West Ealing 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 picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Include staff for canapés
- Add sangria or cava
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Sangria and bar staff.
FAQs for West Ealing
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary's Cathedral?
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. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for West Ealing?
West Ealing has its own station: Hanwell station.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
How many different paellas?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Why choose live paella in West Ealing?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A quote that spells everything out
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Towns and villages near West Ealing
Other catering in West Ealing
How we price tapas catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Timings and hours
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Which courses you have in mind
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. Just use our quote form.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer drinks reception in West Ealing has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Perfect for your event in West Ealing
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Engagement drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
Nearby historic houses include Pitzhanger Manor (1.4 miles east) and Osterley House (1.4 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- When final numbers are due
- Staff numbers and hours
- 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