East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Bexhill-on-Sea
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Bexhill-on-Sea.
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Planning an event in Bexhill-on-Sea?
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Label seafood clearly
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Tapas go out to the tables.
Sangria and bar staff.
Tapas catering in Bexhill-on-Sea, made fresh on the day
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. Whether it’s canapés with welcome drinks and office parties and launches, we can cook tortilla española, patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
In Bexhill-on-Sea, tapas and paella together make a complete menu. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Bexhill-on-Sea (TN39, TN40)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Always popular and normally vegetarian.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Planning a tapas spread in Bexhill-on-Sea
Bexhill-on-Sea is in East Sussex. For an event in Bexhill-on-Sea, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Bexhill-on-Sea is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 26 miles away.
Historic buildings near Bexhill-on-Sea frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. A picnic in Egerton Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. The coast is within about 6 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
For tapas catering in TN39 and TN40, we plan around your venue and your guests. Your event could be at a home on London Road, High Street and Station Road or the roads around them. With the A259 and A269 close by, Bexhill-on-Sea is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Bexhill-on-Sea for tapas catering include Sidley (1 mile north), Watermill (2 miles north), Lunsford's Cross (2 miles north-west), Hooe Common (3 miles north-west) and Russell's Green (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (4 miles east), Hailsham (9 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles east), Polegate (10 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (6 miles east). As one of the bigger places in East Sussex, Bexhill-on-Sea has lots of places to hold an event.
Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (0.5 miles north-east) and Bexhill Costume And Social History Museum (0.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
- Schools near Bexhill-on-Sea include Bexhill High Academy (0.7 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Picture Playhouse pub (0.6 miles south-east)
Questions from Bexhill-on-Sea
What’s the nearest station to Bexhill-on-Sea for guests?
The closest is Bexhill station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including East Sussex. Find your area.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
What we need at the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
Why choose live paella in Bexhill-on-Sea?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Bexhill-on-Sea
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- We cover Bexhill-on-Sea and the whole of East Sussex
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
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Step by step
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Bexhill-on-Sea is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we are needed on site
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
- 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