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Tapas Catering in West Sussex

Tapas catering in all 371 towns and villages of West Sussex, cooked from scratch at your event, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.

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Where we cater in West 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 ask us for a quote.

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Postcode areas we cover

How tapas catering works in West Sussex

For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Many events have both. On the menu are patatas bravas, tortilla española and croquetas, and typical bookings are for birthday and anniversary parties and sharing tapas starters.

The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand.

It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
We pack down when service ends.

Cost

The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.

Why hosts in West Sussex choose us

Paella cooked from scratch on site
Served hot, straight from the pan
Catering across West Sussex, including West Sussex
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available

Getting a price

The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.

What’s near Crawley

You will find us cooking near Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, St Wilfrid's Catholic School and Tilgate Park and the streets around them. You’ll also find The George Hotel (within half a mile north), Three Bridges Junior School (less than half a mile south-east) and St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School (under half a mile south-east). Crawley has its own railway station: Crawley station. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles north-west) and County Mall (less than half a mile north-east). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.

Drinks receptions across West Sussex

Tapas work for town receptions and village parties across West Sussex. The South Downs National Park and the High Weald National Landscape are within easy reach of places across West Sussex, so check venue rules on vehicles and cooking for countryside events. 121 of the places we cover in West Sussex are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we frequently plan a sheltered cooking spot for the wind, and seafood paella is popular.

Crawley: After a ceremony at a church such as Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: Crawley station is in Crawley itself. A summer drinks reception in Crawley 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.

Prices and what affects them

Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:

Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
How many courses
Guest numbers
Distance and access to the venue

Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.

What we need to know

To check availability and price, we need:

Which courses you have in mind
Expected numbers
Any dietary needs and allergies
Whether the venue has crockery or staff

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

What we need at the venue

We’ll be honest if a space won’t work. What matters most:

Space for a serving table or station
Access to unload near the serving area
Permission from the venue

For event organisers in West Sussex

If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.

Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.

DIY paella versus live catering

Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.

Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.

The menu, dish by dish

Manchego & membrillo

Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.

Croquetas

Croquetas disappear fast.

Your questions about tapas catering in West Sussex

Do you take everything away?

We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.

Can you cook in the rain?

Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.

Do you cook tapas on site?

Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.

Do you supply canapé staff?

We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.

How long do you need on site?

That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.

Do you cater for coeliacs?

We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.

What does tapas catering cost?

Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.