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Tapas Catering for Normans' Bay events
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 Normans' Bay.
- Engagement parties
- Tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
Tapas catering near Normans' Bay
About our tapas catering in Normans' Bay
We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Typical bookings include tapas and paella menus and sharing boards for evening guests, with gambas al ajillo, padrón peppers and tortilla española.
For a country party near Normans' Bay, tapas and sangria set the mood. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated.
- Location
- Normans' Bay (BN24)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Add sangria or cava
Each dish is labelled.
Follow tapas with a live paella.
FAQs for Normans' Bay
Which station should guests use for Normans' Bay?
Normans' Bay has its own station: Normans Bay station.
How far is Normans' Bay from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cover Normans' Bay?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Normans' Bay. For a quote, use our quote form.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
How do you work out quantities?
That depends on their role in the meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Are the tapas served hot?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. A summer drinks reception in Normans' Bay has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Why choose tapas catering in Normans' Bay?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Normans' Bay and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Work receptions
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
Guests travelling by rail: Normans Bay station is in Normans' Bay itself.
Before you book anyone
- How long the team stays
- How bad weather is handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Where we can cook in Normans' Bay
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space on each table
- Space to finish hot dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Normans' Bay
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many guests are eating
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Anything your venue supplies
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning a tapas spread in Normans' Bay
Normans' Bay is about 4 miles south-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Normans' Bay and nearby villages. We cater in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 23 miles away.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Normans' Bay, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Anywhere in BN24, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Coastguard Close and Coast Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Pevensey Bay (2 miles south-west), Pevensey (2 miles west), Wartling (3 miles north-west), Westham (3 miles west) and Boreham Street (4 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (5 miles south-west), Hastings (8 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (4 miles north-east), Seaford (13 miles west), Hailsham (7 miles north-west) and St Leonards (7 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Pevensey Castle (2.7 miles west) and Bexhill Hospital (4 miles north-east). Not far away are Gillham Wood.
- Nearby, you will find The Star Inn (under half a mile north)
Also near Normans' Bay
Also in Normans' Bay
- 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