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Tapas Catering for Folkington events
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Folkington. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Launches and office parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Book tapas catering in Folkington
About our tapas catering in Folkington
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. For tapas and paella menus and drinks reception canapés, we can cook tortilla española, Serrano ham and croquetas for your guests.
Near Folkington, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Folkington (BN26)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
Paella compared with other options
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Folkington
- Fast service from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Live cooking, not reheated food
FAQs for Folkington
Do you come out to small places like Folkington?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you cater in Folkington?
We do. We cook at events in Folkington and across East Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Towns and villages near Folkington
More for events in Folkington
Receptions and parties in Folkington
Folkington is about 4 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. From the centre of Folkington to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 289 places across East Sussex. We cook right across the region, from Folkington to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Alfriston Clergy House (2.5 miles west) and Michelham Priory (3.4 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of Saint Peter. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Folkington, ideal for an outdoor reception. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
We cook at events all over the BN26 postcode area and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Folkington, we also cover Filching (1 mile south-east), Wannock (1 mile east), Lower Willingdon (2 miles east), Polegate (2 miles east) and Willingdon (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (4 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (10 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Filching Manor And Motor Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Folkington include Combe Hill.
What tapas catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Guest numbers
- How long we’re needed on site
- Distance and access to the venue
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Folkington, and we will put together a menu and price.
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it’s light in Folkington until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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