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Tapas & canapé catering in Hoyle, West Sussex
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Hoyle and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Engagement celebrations
- Office parties and launches
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Planning an event in Hoyle?
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Hoyle until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- 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
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Tapas catering in Hoyle, made fresh on the day
For standing receptions, canapés work best; table tapas suit seated meals. Lots of events do both. We cook gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for table tapas as a starter and office parties and launches.
Near Hoyle, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Hoyle (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Permission from the venue
- Unloading access
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
Hoyle: venues and local tips
Hoyle is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Across the GU29 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. We cook right across the region, from Hoyle to Guildford (21 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (2.2 miles north-west) and West Dean House (4.6 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Hoyle, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Hoyle, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the GU29 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Hoyle, we also cover Heyshott (1 mile south-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (2 miles north-west), West Lavington (2 miles north-west) and Cocking (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (13 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Nearby, you’ll find Unicorn Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Hoyle
More for events in Hoyle
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Your questions about tapas catering in Hoyle
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
We’re having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St James: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
How much does tapas catering cost in Hoyle?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Who books tapas catering in Hoyle?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Hoyle book us for occasions like:
- Evening sharing boards
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St James, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether VAT is included
- The wet-weather plan
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hoyle? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
What affects the price in Hoyle
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we are needed on site
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
The menu, dish by dish
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
- 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