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Tapas Catering for Chiltington events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Chiltington.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
Book tapas catering in Chiltington
Events we cater in Chiltington
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
- Office parties and launches
Nearby historic houses include Anne of Cleves House (3.7 miles south) and Glyndebourne (4.9 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Payment terms and deposit
- Staff numbers and hours
Tapas catering for your event in Chiltington
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Chiltington. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and tortilla española, and we are frequently booked for engagement drinks and tapas and paella menus.
For a country party near Chiltington, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Chiltington (BN7)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Chiltington
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- A spot for our serving station
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
Chiltington: venues and local tips
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Events in Chiltington are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Chiltington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Chiltington to Brighton (7 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: Cooksbridge station is about 1.3 miles away. Chiltington is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of BN7. Close by, we cover events in East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). Open spaces near Chiltington include Blackcap and Malling Down.
Chiltington: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Chiltington?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do we need staff for canapés?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to serve.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you cover Chiltington?
Yes, we do. Chiltington is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Why choose live paella in Chiltington?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why book with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- We cover Chiltington and the whole of East Sussex
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Chiltington is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Sangria and bar staff.
What affects the price in Chiltington
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The paellas you choose
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
Planning tapas catering in Chiltington? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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