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Tapas & canapé catering in Fishbourne, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Fishbourne.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
- Welcome-drink canapés
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Tapas catering for your event in Fishbourne
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. Whether it is work receptions and engagement drinks, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and albóndigas.
Tapas make a party in Fishbourne easy and sociable. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Fishbourne (PO19, PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Receptions and parties in Fishbourne
Fishbourne is about 1 mile west of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Fishbourne to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Fishbourne is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Fishbourne to Southampton (about 26 miles away).
Historic houses near Fishbourne include Goodwood House (3.9 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter and St Mary.
Wherever your event is in PO19 and PO18, we can bring tapas catering to you. Local streets include Creek End, Palatine Gardens and Claver Gardens; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Fishbourne, we also cover Apuldram (1 mile south), Broadbridge (2 miles west), Bosham (2 miles west), East Ashling (2 miles north-west) and Bosham Hoe (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (6 miles south-east), Selsey (7 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles east).
A little further out are Chichester Castle (1.6 miles east) and St Richard's Hospital (1.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Bishop Luffa School (0.7 miles east) and Central C of E Junior School (1.3 miles east)
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What else we do in Fishbourne
Why choose live paella in Fishbourne?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Fishbourne hosts choose us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- We cover Fishbourne and the whole of West Sussex
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and time of the event
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of where we’d cook
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Common questions in Fishbourne
How far is Fishbourne from London?
About 55 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Fishbourne for guests?
Fishbourne has its own station: Fishbourne station.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Are the tapas served hot?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Fishbourne is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Table tapas are set down to share.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Events we cater in Fishbourne
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Fishbourne book us for events such as:
- Evening grazing
- Tapas and paella menus
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
If you are looking at a historic venue around Fishbourne, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Questions to ask before booking
- Staff numbers and hours
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The wet-weather plan
- 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