Brighton and Hove · England
Tapas Catering in Brighton and Hove
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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Brighton and Hove.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
Tapas catering in Brighton and Hove
Brighton and Hove: venues and local tips
Brighton and Hove is in England. Across the BN3 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in 30 places across Brighton and Hove.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Brighton and Hove, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, Aldrington station is in Brighton and Hove itself. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Brighton and Hove, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. With the sea within about 3 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Anywhere in BN3, BN41 and BN1, we can cook for your guests. From New Church Road, Princes Square and Station Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Main roads around Brighton and Hove include the A270 and A293, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. For events just outside Brighton and Hove, we cover Aldrington (1 mile south-west), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile south-east), Prestonville (2 miles east) and Brunswick (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include British Engineerium (0.7 miles north-east) and Churchill Square (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Schools near Brighton and Hove include Hove Park School (0.5 miles north-east) and The Drive Prep School (1 mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Atlas pub (within half a mile north)
Tapas catering in Brighton and Hove, cooked live
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. For canapés with welcome drinks and sharing tapas starters, we can cook croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and tortilla española and more.
Tapas work for parties and receptions in Brighton and Hove. Hot tapas need a spot to finish them. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
- Area
- Brighton and Hove (BN3, BN41, BN1)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Brighton and Hove
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A spot for our serving station
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
Is live paella right for your event?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Your questions about tapas catering in Brighton and Hove
How far is Brighton and Hove from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Holy Cross Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Evening receptions in Brighton and Hove stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Brighton and Hove
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Why choose tapas catering in Brighton and Hove?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Work receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Anniversary parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Holy Cross Church.
Before booking anyone
- When payment is due
- Travel and parking costs
- What the price includes, item by item
- If the price includes VAT
- 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