East Sussex · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Belmont, East Sussex
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Belmont.
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement celebrations
- Cocktail parties
Live tapas catering in Belmont
Tapas catering in Belmont, made fresh on the day
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. We cook padrón peppers, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas, and typical bookings are for evening grazing and cocktail parties.
In Belmont, tapas work at home or in a local hall. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- Belmont (TN34, TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Receptions and parties in Belmont
Belmont is about 1 mile south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Belmont and nearby villages. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 31 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Emmanuel Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Belmont often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. The coast is within about a mile, so garlic prawns are popular.
Here we cover the TN34 and TN35 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Crown Lane, Croft Road and Manor Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Belmont for tapas catering include Hastings Old Town (1 mile south), Rock-a-Nore (1 mile south-east), America Ground (1 mile south-west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Old Town (15 miles south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-west) and Hastings Castle (under half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Nearby schools include University School (0.8 miles west) and William Parker Sports College (1.4 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Roebuck Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Events we cater in Belmont
They’re the classic starter before paella.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening grazing
- Birthday drinks
A picnic in Linton Gardens? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- How bad weather is handled
- How late numbers can change
- The venue requirements
Places near Belmont
More for events in Belmont
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space on each table
- Room for a tapas table
- Unloading access
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
Belmont: your questions answered
How far is Belmont from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London.
We’re having a ceremony at Emmanuel Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you cover Belmont?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Belmont is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Plenty are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Roughly how many adults and children
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Collect dietary needs
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label seafood clearly
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Belmont is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Belmont, and we will put together a menu and price.
Related guides
Live paella or other catering?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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