West Sussex · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Birchgrove, West Sussex
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Birchgrove.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering in Birchgrove
Tapas catering in Birchgrove, made fresh on the day
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We cook croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for drinks parties and receptions and tapas and paella menus.
Near Birchgrove, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- Birchgrove (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about tapas catering in Birchgrove
Is Birchgrove close to London?
About 31 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re having a ceremony at Chelwood Gate Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
What does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you cover Birchgrove?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Birchgrove and the rest of West Sussex. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Check diets in advance
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
What affects the price in Birchgrove
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Travel, parking and access
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Receptions and parties in Birchgrove
Birchgrove is about 5 miles south of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Across the RH17 area, we will come to your venue or garden. Birchgrove is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Birchgrove include Priest House (2.9 miles north-west) and Gravetye Manor (3.5 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Chelwood Gate Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Birchgrove, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cover events in every part of RH17 and the streets around it. Other places close to Birchgrove for tapas catering include Chelwood Gate (1 mile east), Chelwood Common (1 mile south-east), Danehill (1 mile south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles south-west) and Wych Cross (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles north-west), Horsham (14 miles west), Haywards Heath (5 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-west), East Grinstead (5 miles north) and Broadfield (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Heaven Farm Museum (2.3 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (1.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Birchgrove include Brickfield Meadow.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Nearby places to Birchgrove
Also in Birchgrove
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
Events we cater in Birchgrove
Tapas get people talking.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Birchgrove book us for occasions like:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Cocktail parties
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
Historic buildings near Birchgrove often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Comparing caterers
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- A clear list of what’s included
- When final numbers are due
- Space, access and power needs
How it works
Here’s how the day normally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Birchgrove is around 9:20pm 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.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Paella compared with other options
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. The cost per head typically 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 choose Love Paella in Birchgrove
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read How we price And What paella 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