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Tapas Catering in Jevington
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Jevington.
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Sharing tapas starters
Tapas catering for Jevington events
Events we cater in Jevington
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Jevington:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday drinks
If you are looking at a historic venue around Jevington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- Whether VAT is included
Tapas catering in Jevington, made fresh on the day
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. Typical bookings include anniversary parties and tapas and paella menus, with padrón peppers, Serrano ham and albóndigas.
Near Jevington, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Jevington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. At midsummer, it is light in Jevington until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- 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 clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Organising for someone else?
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Is live paella right for your event?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Nearby places to Jevington
More for events in Jevington
Receptions and parties in Jevington
Jevington is about 3 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Jevington or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Jevington is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 15 miles away.
Historic houses near Jevington include Alfriston Clergy House (2.7 miles west) and Michelham Priory (4.8 miles north). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Andrew. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Jevington, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 4 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area. Local streets include Jevington Road, Church Lane and Green Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in Ratton Village (2 miles east), Friston (2 miles south), East Dean (2 miles south), Old Town (3 miles south-east) and Hampden Park (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (3 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles west), Lewes (11 miles north-west), Hailsham (5 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Burlough Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles east). The countryside around Jevington includes Combe Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Eight Bells Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Jevington: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Jevington?
The closest is Polegate station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you come to Jevington?
We do. We cook at events in Jevington and across East Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
How much tapas do we need?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Add a live paella main.
How we price tapas catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Jevington, and we will put together a menu and price.
Where we can cook in Jevington
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- A spot for our serving station
- Permission from the venue
- An area to prepare hot tapas
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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