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Tapas & canapé catering in Cootham, West Sussex
Looking for tapas catering in Cootham? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Cootham?
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Tapas catering in Cootham, cooked live
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, albóndigas and Serrano ham, and typical bookings are for evening sharing boards and welcome-drink canapés.
In a rural spot like Cootham, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Cootham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Tapas for events in Cootham
Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Cootham. Cootham is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our events stretch from Cootham to Brighton (16 miles away).
A picnic in Parham Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. For guests coming by train, Pulborough station is about 3.3 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Cootham, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of RH20. Whether your event is on Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent or a nearby road, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). Open spaces near Cootham include Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include Rydon Community College (1.5 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Crown Inn (within half a mile west)
What tapas catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Travel, parking and access
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The length of service
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Anything your venue supplies
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A spot for our serving station
- Unloading access
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Why choose live paella in Cootham?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Occasions we cook for in Cootham
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Cootham:
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Anniversary parties
Historic buildings near Cootham often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Comparing caterers
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Your questions about tapas catering in Cootham
Which station should guests use for Cootham?
Pulborough station, about 3.3 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Cootham?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, which we can supply.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in Cootham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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