East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering for Lullington events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Lullington and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas and paella menus
Book tapas catering in Lullington
About our tapas catering in Lullington
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and tapas and paella menus, we can cook padrón peppers, gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas for your guests.
Near Lullington, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Lullington (BN26)
- County
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Perfect for your event in Lullington
Big or small, tapas work.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Lullington book us for events such as:
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement celebrations
Historic buildings near Lullington frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and deposit
- Who provides the crockery
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How long the team stays
Towns and villages near Lullington
Also in Lullington
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Each dish is labelled.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Paella compared with other options
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Drinks service on request
See How we price And The cost guide.
What affects the price in Lullington
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of people
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Lullington, and we will put together a menu and price.
Lullington questions
Do you come out to small places like Lullington?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Lullington for guests?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 2.6 miles north of the centre.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Always popular and usually vegetarian.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Planning a tapas spread in Lullington
Lullington is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Lullington and the surrounding area. We cater in all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Alfriston Clergy House (within half a mile north-west) and Charleston Farmhouse (3.4 miles north-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St. Andrew. Lullington is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 4 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Anywhere in BN26, we can bring tapas catering to you. If your venue is just outside Lullington, we also cover Dukes Green (1 mile south-west), Alfriston (1 mile north-west), Winton (1 mile north), Milton Street (1 mile north-east) and Wilmington (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (0.5 miles north-west) and Arlington Castle (0.9 miles north). The countryside around Lullington includes Combe Hill.
- Local pubs include Dean's Place Hotel (within half a mile north-west)
How the day works
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer drinks reception in Lullington has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
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