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Tapas & canapé catering in Kent Street, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in Kent Street.
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Live tapas catering in Kent Street
How our tapas catering works in Kent Street
Many classic tapas are naturally vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. We are frequently asked to cater evening sharing boards and launches and office parties, with Serrano ham, gambas al ajillo and croquetas.
For a country party near Kent Street, tapas and sangria set the mood. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Kent Street (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Kent Street is around 9:20pm in 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.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Events we cater in Kent Street
They suit standing receptions where a full meal doesn’t fit.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas starters
- Tapas and paella menus
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
What your quote should include
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. There’s 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 Kent Street hosts choose us
- Fast service from the pan
- Events in Kent Street and across West Sussex
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re 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.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Your questions about tapas catering in Kent Street
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Kent Street too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Receptions and parties in Kent Street
Kent Street is about 5 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Events in Kent Street are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Kent Street to Brighton (11 miles away).
The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Kent Street, ideal for an outdoor reception.
For tapas catering in RH13, we plan around your venue and timings. Nearby, we also cater events in Wineham (1 mile south-east), Cowfold (1 mile north-west), Twineham Green (2 miles east), Shermanbury (2 miles south-west) and Twineham (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (5 miles east) and East Grinstead (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles east). Open spaces near Kent Street include Knepp Wildland.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Collect dietary needs
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Include staff for canapés
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
- How many staff you need
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Also near Kent Street
More for events in Kent Street
- 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