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Tapas & canapé catering in Broad Oak, East Sussex
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 Broad Oak.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement drinks
Live tapas catering in Broad Oak
About our tapas catering in Broad Oak
A good spread mixes hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. For tapas before paella and birthday drinks, we can cook Serrano ham, Manchego with membrillo and croquetas for your guests.
For a country party near Broad Oak, tapas and sangria set the mood. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Broad Oak (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Collect dietary needs
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label seafood clearly
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Canapés go round with the drinks as guests arrive.
Crockery and serving dishes.
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- We cover Broad Oak and the whole of East Sussex
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Occasions we cook for in Broad Oak
They work for any size of event.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening grazing
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
Nearby historic houses include Great Dixter (3.3 miles north) and Durhamford Manor (3.5 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if it rains
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Planning a tapas spread in Broad Oak
Broad Oak is about 6 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Broad Oak, and we will plan access and set-up. Broad Oak is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 31 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St George. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Doleham station, about 2.2 miles south. The coast is within about 6 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in TN31, we can bring tapas catering to you. Streets in the area include Pond Close, Reedswood Road and The Orchard, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Being close to the B2089, Broad Oak is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. We also cook at events in Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-east), Broadland Row (1 mile east), Doleham (2 miles south), Udimore (2 miles east) and Beckley (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (6 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Nortons Farm Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (4.7 miles south). The countryside around Broad Oak includes Flatropers Wood.
How it works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Broad Oak is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Broad Oak? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The courses you’d like
- The address or venue name
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and rough timings
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Broad Oak: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Broad Oak?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Broad Oak close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What we need at the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Parking near the venue
- Space on each table
- Venue approval for outside catering
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- 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