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Tapas Catering in Camber
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Camber. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
Tapas catering near Camber
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Tapas catering for your event in Camber
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. For engagement celebrations and launches and office parties, we can cook croquetas, albóndigas and patatas bravas and more.
Near Camber, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Location
- Camber (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Include staff for canapés
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Serving boards and crockery.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Fast service from the pan
- We cover Camber and the whole of East Sussex
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Camber: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Camber for guests?
The closest is Rye station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Camber?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Permission from the venue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Receptions and parties in Camber
Camber is about 11 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We bring tapas catering to homes, gardens and venues in Camber. Camber is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Camber to Canterbury (about 27 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Rye station is about 2.9 miles away. After a ceremony at a church such as St Thomas the Apostle, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. With the sea within about 3 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cover events in every part of the TN31 postcode area and the streets around it. From Denham Way, Scotts Acre and Old Lydd Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Rye Harbour (1 mile west), East Guldeford (2 miles north-west), Rye (3 miles west), Playden (3 miles north-west) and Houghton Green (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Hastings (11 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-west), St Leonards (12 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-west), Belmont (10 miles south-west) and Hollington (11 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Camber Castle (2.6 miles west) and Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (2.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and Burnthouse Pen.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Perfect for your event in Camber
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Camber, people book us for events such as:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Launches and office parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Camber, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Space, access and power needs
- What happens if it rains
- Any travel, parking or access charges
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Evening receptions in Camber stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas 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
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Camber? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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