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Tapas & canapé catering in Ebernoe, West Sussex
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Ebernoe and West Sussex, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering for Ebernoe events
How our tapas catering works in Ebernoe
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Whether it’s engagement celebrations and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of albóndigas, padrón peppers and croquetas and more.
In a rural spot like Ebernoe, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Ebernoe (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Ebernoe until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Ebernoe questions
Do you come out to small places like Ebernoe?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Holy Trinity Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Where we can cook in Ebernoe
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Parking near the venue
- A spot for our serving station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ebernoe
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
Events we cater in Ebernoe
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Ebernoe and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas and paella menus
After a ceremony at a church such as Holy Trinity Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
- Payment terms and deposit
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Nearby places to Ebernoe
Also in Ebernoe
Ebernoe: venues and local tips
Ebernoe is about 13 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Across the GU28 area, we can bring the pans to you. Ebernoe is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Ebernoe to Guildford (about 14 miles away).
Historic houses near Ebernoe include Petworth House (3.7 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you are looking at a historic venue around Ebernoe, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Ebernoe, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the GU28 postcode area. Nearby, we also cater events in Northchapel (2 miles north-west), Lurgashall (2 miles west), Shillinglee (3 miles north), Lickfold (3 miles west) and Ramsnest Common (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (13 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south-east), Billingshurst (7 miles east), Roffey (14 miles east), Yapton (15 miles south) and Southwater (12 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Haslemere and District Hospital (5.3 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ebernoe include Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we’re needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Live paella or other catering?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Ebernoe hosts choose us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Events in Ebernoe and across West Sussex
- Sangria and bar staff available
- 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