East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering for Bodiam events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Bodiam: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests.
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering in Bodiam
About our tapas catering in Bodiam
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. We cook croquetas, Serrano ham and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for launches and office parties and table tapas as a starter.
For a country party near Bodiam, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Bodiam (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A clear, itemised quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Drinks service on request
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Bodiam questions
What’s the nearest station to Bodiam for guests?
The closest is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more for a suggestion.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether you need crockery
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many guests are eating
- Timings and hours
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Bodiam? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Bodiam
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
For guests coming by train, Robertsbridge station is about 3.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What happens if it rains
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Permission from the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer drinks reception in Bodiam has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
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About the dishes
Gambas al ajillo
Garlic prawns.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Drinks receptions around Bodiam
Bodiam is about 10 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Events in Bodiam are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Bodiam is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 30 miles away.
Historic houses near Bodiam include Great Dixter (2.5 miles east) and Durhamford Manor (4.5 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Giles. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Bodiam, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the TN32 postcode area. If your venue is just outside Bodiam, we also cover Sandhurst Cross (1 mile north-east), Sandhurst (2 miles north-east), Little Conghurst (2 miles north), Four Throws (2 miles north) and Linkhill (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (10 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), St Leonards (10 miles south), Hastings Old Town (11 miles south), Belmont (10 miles south) and Heathfield (13 miles west).
- Schools near Bodiam include Bodiam Church of England Primary School (under half a mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Castle Inn (within half a mile south-east)
- 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