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Tapas & canapé catering in Alfold Bars, West Sussex
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 Alfold Bars.
- Launches and office parties
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering for Alfold Bars events
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room for a tapas table
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Alfold Bars
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
Tapas catering for your event in Alfold Bars
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s tapas with a paella main course and sharing tapas starters, we will put together a menu of albóndigas, gambas al ajillo and tortilla española for your guests.
Near Alfold Bars, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Alfold Bars (RH14)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a tapas spread in Alfold Bars
Alfold Bars is about 9 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. From the centre of Alfold Bars to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Parks such as Fir Tree Copse have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
We cater events across the RH14 postcode area and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Pigbush Lane and Oakhurst Lane. If your venue is just outside Alfold Bars, we also cover Alfold (1 mile north), Loxwood (1 mile south), Ifold (2 miles south-west), Plaistow (2 miles south-west) and Durfold Wood (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles east), Horsham (9 miles east), Broadfield (14 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south-east) and Bewbush (13 miles east).
Not far away are Shillinglee Lake.
- Local pubs include The Crown pub (under half a mile north)
Perfect for your event in Alfold Bars
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas before paella
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Sunset in Alfold Bars is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- 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.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Alfold Bars? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Your questions about tapas catering in Alfold Bars
How far is Alfold Bars from London?
About 34 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Could we have live paella in Fir Tree Copse?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How much does tapas catering cost in Alfold Bars?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Towns and villages near Alfold Bars
Other catering in Alfold Bars
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’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Include staff for canapés
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Staff to serve canapés.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Alfold Bars
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- A quote that spells everything out
- Catering across West Sussex, including Alfold Bars
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Dishes our guests love
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
- 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