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Tapas & canapé catering in North Heath, West Sussex
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella turns food into part of your event in North Heath.
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Book tapas catering in North Heath
What tapas catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many staff you need
- How long we’re needed on site
- Parking and unloading
- How many courses
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The address or venue name
- Anything your venue supplies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Tapas catering in North Heath, cooked live
The best spreads mix hot and cold: cold cheese and ham with hot bravas, croquetas and garlic prawns. Typical bookings include birthday drinks and drinks parties and receptions, serving croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and padrón peppers.
In a rural spot like North Heath, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- North Heath (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away.
Add a live paella main.
A closer look at the menu
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, often with alioli.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
North Heath: venues and local tips
North Heath is about 9 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Wherever your event is in the RH20 area, we can cook for your guests. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our events stretch from North Heath to Brighton (18 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Old Place Manor (2.1 miles south-west) and Parham House (4.5 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of North Heath, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area. From Gay Street Lane and Stane Street or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Gay Street (1 mile south-east), Adversane (1 mile north), Codmore Hill (1 mile south-west), Broomershill (1 mile south) and Nutbourne (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (9 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
The countryside around North Heath includes The Mens.
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Nearby places to North Heath
Other catering in North Heath
Live paella or other catering?
Tapas are flexible, which makes them easy to plan around. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- We cover North Heath and the whole of West Sussex
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Common questions in North Heath
Is North Heath too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come to North Heath?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including North Heath. For a quote, use our quote form.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Step by step
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening receptions in North Heath stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell 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 pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in North Heath? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
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.
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
- Permission from the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- 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