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Tapas Catering in Argos Hill
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Argos Hill: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Cocktail parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Work receptions
Tapas catering for Argos Hill events
How our tapas catering works in Argos Hill
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. Popular choices include albóndigas, tortilla española and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for anniversary parties and sharing tapas starters.
Near Argos Hill, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Argos Hill (TN6)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Argos Hill questions
Which station should guests use for Argos Hill?
The closest is Crowborough station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
We are having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Denys: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you do sangria?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Also near Argos Hill
Other catering in Argos Hill
Occasions we cook for in Argos Hill
They make a perfect starter before paella.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas and paella menus
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday drinks
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Denys, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- How long the team stays
- Space, access and power needs
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
The process
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Argos Hill stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Argos Hill, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Tapas for events in Argos Hill
Argos Hill is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Events in Argos Hill are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Argos Hill is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 21 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Crowborough station is about 2.3 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Wadhurst Castle (4.4 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Argos Hill is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in TN6 is planned around your venue. If your venue is just outside Argos Hill, we also cover High Cross (1 mile west), Town Row (1 mile north), Rotherfield (1 mile north-west), Woolbridge (1 mile south) and Mayfield (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and South Malling (15 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Crowborough Country Park.
- Schools near Argos Hill include Jameah Islameah School (1.3 miles north)
Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. 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 us?
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
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 at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Parking near the venue
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Check diets in advance
Table tapas are set down to share.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
- 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