West Sussex · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Findon, West Sussex
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Findon. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks parties and receptions
Live tapas catering in Findon
Tapas catering in Findon, made fresh on the day
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. For tapas starters and engagement drinks, we can cook gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers.
Near Findon, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Findon (BN14)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Findon
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
- The date and rough timings
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Label seafood clearly
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Ask for labels on each dish
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Sangria and bar staff.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Findon: your questions answered
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Which station should guests use for Findon?
The closest is West Worthing station, roughly 3.4 miles away.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to serve.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What does tapas catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Do you come to Findon?
We do. Findon is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Where we can cook in Findon
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
Paella compared with other options
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Findon hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
Tapas for events in Findon
Findon is about 3 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Tell us where your event in Findon will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 12 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: West Worthing station is about 3.4 miles away. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St John the Baptist. Findon is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
For tapas catering in BN14, we plan around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on High Street, Southview Road and Summerfields or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in High Salvington (1 mile south), Cote (2 miles south), Durrington (2 miles south), Clapham (2 miles south-west) and Patching (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (14 miles north), Worthing (3 miles south), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (7 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Worthing Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (2.9 miles south). Open spaces near Findon include Chanctonbury Hill.
- Local pubs include The Old Village House Hotel (under half a mile north-west)
Places near Findon
More for events in Findon
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Why choose tapas catering in Findon?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Findon book us for occasions like:
- Engagement celebrations
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
If you are looking at a historic venue around Findon, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Travel and parking costs
How it works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in Findon has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Before we arrive
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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