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Tapas & canapé catering in Graffham, West Sussex
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Graffham and West Sussex, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Graffham
Tapas catering for your event in Graffham
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. For engagement drinks and receptions and drinks parties, we can cook tortilla española, patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
Near Graffham, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Graffham (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Tapas for events in Graffham
Graffham is about 9 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Events in Graffham are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Graffham is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 21 miles away.
Historic houses near Graffham include Cowdray House (3.5 miles north-west) and Bignor Roman Villa (4.1 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Giles. Graffham is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in GU28, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Guillods Cottages and St Giles Place, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Close by, we cover events in East Lavington (1 mile south-east), Duncton (2 miles east), Selham (2 miles north), South Ambersham (2 miles north) and Rotherbridge (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south-west), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (13 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Coultershaw Heritage Site (3.1 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Local pubs include The Woodman pub (within half a mile south)
Should I cook it myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Graffham: your questions answered
We are having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Giles: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Graffham close to London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Nearby places to Graffham
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Events we cater in Graffham
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Evening sharing boards
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
- Anniversary parties
Historic buildings near Graffham often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for each dish
- The wet-weather plan
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether VAT is included
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
- Parking near the venue
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
What tapas catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Distance and access to the venue
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Graffham is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Is live paella right for your event?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A quote that spells everything out
See How we price Or The cost guide.
- 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