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Tapas & canapé catering in Durrington, West Sussex
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Durrington: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement drinks
- Evening sharing boards
Planning an event in Durrington?
Tapas catering in Durrington, made fresh on the day
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and some can be gluten-free. For canapés with welcome drinks and sharing tapas starters, we’ll put together a menu of tortilla española, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo.
In Durrington, tapas work at home or in a local hall. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Durrington (BN13, BN12)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Add sangria or cava
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
Tapas go out to the tables.
Add a live paella main.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
FAQs for Durrington
Is Durrington close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Do you come to Durrington?
We do. Durrington is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
How it works
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Durrington is around 9:20pm in 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.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
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Other catering in Durrington
For event organisers in Durrington
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Durrington? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Durrington: venues and local tips
Durrington is about 1 mile north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. From the centre of Durrington to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Durrington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Durrington to Brighton (12 miles away).
Historic houses near Durrington include Ecclesden Manor (2.6 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. A picnic in Durrington Minature Railway? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Durrington, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 3 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN13 and BN12, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Lyn Road, New Road and Tavy Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Durrington is on the A2032, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. If your venue is just outside Durrington, we also cover Cote (1 mile north-west), High Salvington (1 mile north), Goring-by-Sea (2 miles south), Clapham (2 miles north-west) and Patching (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (5 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east), Lancing (4 miles east) and Rustington (4 miles west).
Nearby you will also find The Acre (2.2 miles south-east) and Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Durrington include Highdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Palatine Primary School (0.7 miles south) and Durrington High School (0.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Coach And Horses Public House (0.6 miles north-west)
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The number of people
- Parking and unloading
- The paellas you choose
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Durrington, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking near the venue
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A spot for our serving station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- 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