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Tapas Catering in Ifieldwood
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Ifieldwood.
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering in Ifieldwood
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Where the event is
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Tapas catering for your event in Ifieldwood
Canapé tapas suit standing receptions; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We’re frequently asked to cater tapas starters and tapas before paella, serving gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and albóndigas.
For a country party near Ifieldwood, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Ifieldwood (RH11)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in Ifieldwood
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Drinks reception canapés
- Work receptions
- Drinks parties and receptions
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Ifieldwood, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Ifieldwood and the whole of West Sussex
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
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 leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Questions from Ifieldwood
Do you come out to small places like Ifieldwood?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Ifieldwood for guests?
Ifield station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
Nearby places to Ifieldwood
What else we do in Ifieldwood
Drinks receptions around Ifieldwood
Ifieldwood is about 2 miles north-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. Events in Ifieldwood are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Ifieldwood is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Ifieldwood to Guildford (17 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Ifield station, about 1.2 miles south-east. After a ceremony at a church such as St Margaret's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Ifieldwood, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH11, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Ifield (1 mile east), Russ Hill (1 mile north), Lambs Green (1 mile south-west), Gossops Green (2 miles south-east) and Bewbush (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (6 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (12 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Crawley Hospital (1.8 miles south-east) and County Mall (2.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Ifield Community College (1.3 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Royal Oak pub (0.9 miles east)
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Label seafood clearly
- Check diets in advance
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Add a live paella main.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Ifieldwood stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Read more
- 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