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Tapas Catering in East Sussex

Covering 289 places across East Sussex for tapas catering, cooked from scratch at your event, with every diet catered for.

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Towns we cover in East Sussex

Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, or tell us about your event for a quote.

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Tapas catering across East Sussex

Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. On the menu are albóndigas, padrón peppers and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for welcome-drink canapés and receptions and drinks parties.

We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day.

Send us the date, venue and numbers.
You get a selection and a price.
We set up and finish the hot dishes.
Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
We pack down when service ends.

Prices in East Sussex

The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.

Why book with us

Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
A clear, itemised quote
Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Fast service from the pan

Ask for a quote

We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.

What’s near Eastbourne

Locally, our events take us close to St Andrew, Princes Park and Stafford Junior School, among other places. You will also find The King's Arms Public House (0.9 miles south-east), WMG Academy for Young Engineers (1.5 miles south-west) and Ratton School (1.1 miles west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Hampden Park station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Pevensey Castle (3 miles north-east) and Royal Sussex Regimental Museum (1 mile south-east). For a walk before or after the party, there is Combe Hill.

Tapas for events across East Sussex

Across East Sussex, tapas suit receptions in Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill-on-Sea and garden parties in its villages. The High Weald National Landscape and the South Downs National Park are within easy reach of places across East Sussex, so check venue rules on vehicles and cooking for countryside events. 106 of the places we cover in East Sussex are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always plan shelter from the wind.

Eastbourne: After a ceremony at a church such as St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Hampden Park station, about 0.7 miles north-west. At midsummer, it’s light in Eastbourne until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.

For event organisers in East Sussex

Many venues have rules for 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.

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.

Planning the cooking area

Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:

A spot for our serving station
An area to prepare hot tapas
The venue’s agreement to outside caterers

Why live paella works

One spread covers many tastes and diets.

These are some of the occasions we cater in East Sussex and East Sussex:

Receptions and drinks parties
Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas and paella menus
Sharing tapas starters

What’s in the pans

Gambas al ajillo

Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.

Tortilla española

Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.

Is live paella right for you?

Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat.

What your quote should include

Who provides the crockery
Travel and parking costs
Space, access and power needs
Whether VAT is included

Your questions about tapas catering in East Sussex

Do you do vegan paella?

Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.

Do you do starters?

Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.

How much paella per person?

Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.

Is the paella gluten-free?

A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.

Are there vegetarian tapas?

Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.

How much does tapas catering cost in East Sussex?

We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.

What happens if it rains?

We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.