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Tapas Catering for Icklesham events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Icklesham.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
Live tapas catering in Icklesham
The process
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in Icklesham stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
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How our tapas catering works in Icklesham
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Whether it’s engagement parties and welcome-drink canapés, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, padrón peppers and gambas al ajillo.
Near Icklesham, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Where
- Icklesham (TN36)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and usually vegetarian.
How we price tapas catering
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- The address or venue name
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Icklesham
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas before paella
Guests travelling by rail: Winchelsea station is about 2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The wet-weather plan
- Space, access and power needs
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Tapas for events in Icklesham
Icklesham is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. For an event in Icklesham, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Icklesham. We cover 289 places across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 31 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Icklesham frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. With the sea within about 4 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
For tapas catering in TN36, we plan around your venue and timings. Your event could be at a home on Tithe Barn Field, Manor Close and High Fords. For events just outside Icklesham, we cover Broad Street (1 mile west), Cock Marling (2 miles north), Udimore (2 miles north), Three Oaks (2 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south-west), Belmont (5 miles south-west) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Camber Castle (3.2 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (1.9 miles east). Open spaces near Icklesham include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
Icklesham questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Icklesham for guests?
Winchelsea station, about 2 miles north-east of the centre.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Add sangria or cava
- Collect dietary needs
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Staff to serve canapés.
- 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