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Tapas Catering for East Hampnett events
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in East Hampnett and across West Sussex.
- Engagement parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Launches and office parties
Tapas catering in East Hampnett
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- We cover East Hampnett and the whole of West Sussex
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Tapas catering for your event in East Hampnett
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. We cook croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and patatas bravas, and typical bookings are for birthday drinks and work receptions.
Near East Hampnett, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Where
- East Hampnett (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and generally vegetarian.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Who books tapas catering in East Hampnett?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
In East Hampnett and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas and paella menus
For guests coming by train, Barnham station is about 2.8 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- What the price includes, item by item
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How each diet is kept separate
Towns and villages near East Hampnett
Other catering in East Hampnett
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we are needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer drinks reception in East Hampnett has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Drinks receptions around East Hampnett
East Hampnett is about 4 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We bring tapas catering to gardens, halls and venues around East Hampnett and the surrounding area. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 25 miles away.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around East Hampnett, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of East Hampnett, ideal for an outdoor reception. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in PO18, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Marsh Lane and East Hampnett Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to East Hampnett for tapas catering include Crockerhill (1 mile north-east), Norton (1 mile east), Aldingbourne (1 mile south-east), Nyton (1 mile south-east) and Westergate (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
A little further out are The Chichester City Museum (3.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (1.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down.
- Nearby schools include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (1.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Winterton Arms Public House (under half a mile north-east)
East Hampnett: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like East Hampnett?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for East Hampnett?
Barnham station, about 2.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Where we can cook in East Hampnett
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
- Space to finish hot dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Include staff for canapés
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
- 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