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Tapas Catering for Horsham events
Looking for tapas catering in Horsham? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
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Tapas catering in Horsham, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. We cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and padrón peppers, and we are frequently booked for work receptions and tapas with a paella main course.
For a drinks reception in Horsham, canapé tapas keep guests mingling. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Horsham (RH12, RH13, RH20, BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What tapas catering costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Travel, parking and access
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Send us the date, your venue or RH12 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Towns and villages near Horsham
Other catering in Horsham
Drinks receptions around Horsham
Horsham is about 31 miles south of London, in West Sussex. Events in Horsham are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Horsham is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 17 miles away.
A picnic in Warnham Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. For guests coming by train, Horsham has its own station, Horsham station. Horsham is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Anywhere in RH12, RH13, RH20 and BN44, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Station Road, London Road and Market Square; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. With the A24 and A29 close by, Horsham is simple for us to get to. For events just outside Horsham, we cover Tower Hill (1 mile south-west), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles west), Holbrook (2 miles north), Warnham (2 miles north-west) and Southwater (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north-east), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (14 miles east), Broadfield (5 miles east) and Storrington (11 miles south-west). Horsham is one of the larger places we cover in West Sussex, with plenty of venues for events.
Nearby you’ll also find Christs Hospital School Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Horsham Hospital (under half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Warnham LNR.
- Nearby schools include Kingslea Primary School (less than half a mile east) and Millais School (0.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find Brewhouse & Kitchen pub (within half a mile south-west)
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Horsham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
FAQs for Horsham
Which station should guests use for Horsham?
Horsham has its own station: Horsham station.
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you cater in Horsham?
We do. Horsham is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Perfect for your event in Horsham
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Drinks parties and receptions
Historic buildings near Horsham often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether travel is included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Label seafood clearly
- Include staff for canapés
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Table tapas are set down to share.
Bar staff and sangria.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. A summer drinks reception in Horsham has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Horsham
- Drinks service on request
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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