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Tapas Catering in West Kensington
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in West Kensington.
- Birthday drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering near West Kensington
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
As a London location, West Kensington is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
How our tapas catering works in West Kensington
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. For engagement celebrations and receptions and drinks parties, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, tortilla española and Manchego with membrillo and more.
In West Kensington, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, in a home, a venue or an office. Tell us about access and parking. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- West Kensington (W14, SW6, SW5)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in West Kensington
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas with a paella main course
After a ceremony at a church such as St Cuthbert's, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- The deadline for final numbers
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Tell us what role tapas play
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Bar staff and sangria.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Receptions and parties in West Kensington
West Kensington is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. For tapas catering in West Kensington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around West Kensington. West Kensington is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around West Kensington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Kensington Olympia station, about 0.5 miles north.
Wherever your event is in W14, SW6 and SW5, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at events in North End (1 mile west), Brook Green (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile south), Hammersmith (1 mile west) and Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in London (5 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 Fulham Hospital (0.6 miles south-west) and Hammersmith Broadway (0.8 miles west). Not far away are Campden Hill and The Long Water.
- Local schools include Avonmore Primary School (within half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find Seven Stars pub (under half a mile south-east)
- Other local spots include Abdus Salam Library (1.3 miles north-east) and Ladbroke Estate (1.5 miles north)
The process
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in West Kensington 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.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in West Kensington, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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.
West Kensington: your questions answered
Is parking a problem for events in West Kensington?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will plan unloading around it.
Which station should guests use for West Kensington?
The closest is Kensington Olympia station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
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 supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Do you take everything away?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
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What affects the price in West Kensington
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of people
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
- 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