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Tapas Catering in Jarvis Brook
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Jarvis Brook: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
- Anniversary parties
Tapas catering for Jarvis Brook events
Tapas catering in Jarvis Brook, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. We’re frequently asked to cater office parties and launches and birthday and anniversary parties, with padrón peppers, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
Near Jarvis Brook, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Location
- Jarvis Brook (TN6)
- County
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in Jarvis Brook?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- We cover Jarvis Brook and the whole of East Sussex
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Also near Jarvis Brook
Other catering in Jarvis Brook
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Jarvis Brook? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Jarvis Brook: your questions answered
We are having a ceremony at St Michael & All Angels: can you cater afterwards?
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 normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Jarvis Brook for guests?
Crowborough station, in Jarvis Brook itself.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Evening receptions in Jarvis Brook stay light until about 8:50pm 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.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Permission from the venue
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Jarvis Brook
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Receptions and parties in Jarvis Brook
Jarvis Brook is about 1 mile east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Jarvis Brook, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Jarvis Brook is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 20 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Jarvis Brook has its own station, Crowborough station. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Michael & All Angels. Jarvis Brook is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
We cover events in every part of the TN6 postcode area. Your event could be at a home on Western Road, Tubwell Lane and Osborne Road or the roads around them. If your venue is just outside Jarvis Brook, we also cover Crowborough (1 mile west), Steel Cross (1 mile north), Boarshead (1 mile north), Sweethaws (2 miles south-west) and Marden's Hill (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Lewes (14 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (6 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles west). Not far away are Crowborough Country Park.
- Nearby schools include Beacon Academy (0.8 miles north-west)
What’s in the pans
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Perfect for your event in Jarvis Brook
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Whatever you are celebrating in Jarvis Brook, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Launches and office parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement parties
- Tapas before paella
Historic houses near Jarvis Brook include Groombridge Place (4.7 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- The deadline for final numbers
- When payment is due
- Allergen information for each dish
- 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