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Tapas Catering for Boarshead events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Boarshead.
- Cocktail parties
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
Planning an event in Boarshead?
Receptions and parties in Boarshead
Boarshead is about 2 miles north-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. For an event in Boarshead, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Boarshead. Boarshead is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our events stretch from Boarshead to Brighton (about 21 miles away).
Historic buildings near Boarshead often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Eridge station, about 1.4 miles north-east. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Boarshead, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in TN6, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Boarshead is on the A26, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Steel Cross (1 mile south), Jarvis Brook (1 mile south), Crowborough (2 miles south-west), Mott's Mill (2 miles north) and Marden's Hill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south), Upper Horsebridge (14 miles south) and Cliffe (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and Bolebroke Castle (4.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Boarshead includes Crowborough Country Park.
- Pubs nearby include The Boars Head Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Tapas catering in Boarshead, cooked live
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Whether it is tapas starters and drinks parties and receptions, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, padrón peppers and albóndigas.
In a rural spot like Boarshead, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- Boarshead (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in Boarshead
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Work receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
Historic houses near Boarshead include Groombridge Place (3.3 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Travel and parking costs
- The deadline for final numbers
Common questions in Boarshead
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Boarshead too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Boarshead.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Check diets in advance
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Bar staff and sangria.
For event organisers in Boarshead
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Boarshead? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, frequently with ham or mushroom.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
The process
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer drinks reception in Boarshead has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Boarshead? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
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Space, weather and the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Permission from the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. 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.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
- 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