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Tapas & canapé catering in Burwash Weald, East Sussex
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Burwash Weald and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Engagement celebrations
- Cocktail parties
Book tapas catering in Burwash Weald
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests generally gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Burwash Weald until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How our tapas catering works in Burwash Weald
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. Whether it is tapas and paella menus and evening grazing, we’ll put together a menu of patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham and more.
Near Burwash Weald, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Burwash Weald (TN19)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For event organisers in Burwash Weald
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- Whether you need crockery
- How many courses
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Tapas for events in Burwash Weald
Burwash Weald is about 9 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Burwash Weald and the surrounding area. Burwash Weald is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 24 miles away.
Historic buildings near Burwash Weald often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as St Philip's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Burwash Weald, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of the TN19 postcode area and the streets around it. Burwash Weald is on the A265, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. If your venue is just outside Burwash Weald, we also cover Burwash Common (1 mile west), Burwash (2 miles north-east), Wood's Corner (3 miles south), Punnett's Town (3 miles south-west) and Dallington (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south), Hastings (12 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Hailsham (10 miles south-west), Crowborough (9 miles north-west) and St Leonards (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Ticehurst House Hospital (4.5 miles north) and Old Castle (2.8 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include The Wheel Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Where we can cook in Burwash Weald
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
- An area to prepare hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Nearby places to Burwash Weald
Also in Burwash Weald
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Label seafood clearly
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables.
Sangria and bar staff.
Events we cater in Burwash Weald
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Burwash Weald book us for occasions like:
- Birthday drinks
- Engagement celebrations
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas with a paella main course
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Stonegate station, about 2.2 miles north.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- The wet-weather plan
- Staff numbers and hours
- Who provides the crockery
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why Burwash Weald hosts choose us
- We cover Burwash Weald and the whole of East Sussex
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
FAQs for Burwash Weald
How far is Burwash Weald from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Burwash Weald?
The closest is Stonegate station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do we need staff for canapés?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
- 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