Brighton and Hove · England
Tapas Catering in Hanover
Looking for tapas catering in Hanover? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement celebrations
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering for Hanover events
Receptions and parties in Hanover
Hanover is about 1 mile south of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Hanover and the surrounding area. We cover all 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hanover, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. A picnic in Queen's Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Hanover, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about a mile, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cater events across the BN2, BN1 and BN50 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Elmore Road, London Road and Milton Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. If your venue is just outside Hanover, we also cover Brighton (1 mile north), Carlton Hill (1 mile south), West Hill (1 mile west), Seven Dials (1 mile west) and Kemptown (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Brighton and Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Hangleton (3 miles north-west), Patcham (3 miles north), Westdene (3 miles north-west) and Saltdean (4 miles south-east). Hanover is one of the larger places we cover in Brighton and Hove, with lots of choice for events.
Well-known places in the area include Old Police Cells Museum (0.8 miles south-west) and Brighton General Hospital (0.6 miles east). Not far away are Whitehawk Hill and Newmarket Hill.
- Local schools include Academy of Creative Training (0.6 miles south) and Brighton Girls (1 mile west)
- Local pubs include The Dover Castle pub (within half a mile south)
Tapas catering in Hanover, cooked live
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. We cook patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo, and we’re regularly asked to cater welcome-drink canapés and birthday and anniversary parties.
Tapas make a party in Hanover easy and sociable. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Area
- Hanover (BN2, BN1, BN50)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Hanover
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Parking near the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
Your questions about tapas catering in Hanover
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
How far is Hanover from London?
About 46 miles from central London.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How much does tapas catering cost in Hanover?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask for labels on each dish
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
What affects the price in Hanover
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of people
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space, if you can
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
The process
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Evening receptions in Hanover stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hanover? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why choose live paella in Hanover?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What you get with us
- Events in Hanover and across Brighton and Hove
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Occasions we cook for in Hanover
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Whatever you are celebrating in Hanover, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
For guests coming by train, Brighton station is about 0.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How each diet is kept separate
- How long the team stays
- Travel and parking costs
Towns and villages near Hanover
More for events in Hanover
- 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