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Tapas & canapé catering in West Silvertown, Greater London
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in West Silvertown and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in West Silvertown
How our tapas catering works in West Silvertown
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. We cook padrón peppers, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for table tapas as a starter and evening sharing boards.
For a London drinks party in West Silvertown, canapé tapas are easy to serve in a small space. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- West Silvertown (E16, SE10)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for West Silvertown
What’s the nearest station to West Silvertown for guests?
The closest is Custom House station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Can you cook in Thames Barrier Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
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 do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Tapas for events in West Silvertown
West Silvertown is about 1 mile south of Canning Town, in Greater London. From the centre of West Silvertown to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 764 places in Greater London.
For guests coming by train, Custom House station is about 0.5 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around West Silvertown, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
We cater events across the E16 and SE10 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Bell Lane, Knights Road and Bradfield Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to West Silvertown for tapas catering include Silvertown (1 mile south-east), Custom House (1 mile north-east), Royal Docks (1 mile east), Canning Town (1 mile north) and Limmo Peninsula (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.4 miles east) and East Ham (2.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Gilbert's Pit and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Royal Docks Academy (0.7 miles north-east) and The Royal Docks Community School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Tidal Basin Tavern (0.5 miles north-west)
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Also near West Silvertown
More for events in West Silvertown
For event organisers in West Silvertown
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Parking near the venue
As a London location, West Silvertown is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: 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 before you book.
Menu ideas
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
Why choose live paella in West Silvertown?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Events in West Silvertown and across Greater London
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Canapés need staff to serve
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Evening receptions in West Silvertown stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Read more
- 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