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Tapas & canapé catering in Nutley, East Sussex
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Nutley.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Engagement parties
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About our tapas catering in Nutley
We finish hot tapas on site, so they arrive hot. We cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and albóndigas, and typical bookings are for birthday drinks and tapas starters.
Near Nutley, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Where
- Nutley (TN22)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Nutley: venues and local tips
Nutley is about 5 miles north-west of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Events in Nutley are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Nutley is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St James the Less, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Buxted station is about 4.3 miles away. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Nutley, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN22. Whether your event is on High Street, The Vintry and Clock House Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Horney Common (2 miles south-east), Duddleswell (2 miles east), Chelwood Common (2 miles west), Chelwood Gate (2 miles north-west) and Furner's Green (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Lewes (11 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles east), Uckfield (5 miles south-east), South Malling (11 miles south) and Heathfield (10 miles south-east).
A little further out are Waterbury Castle (4.1 miles west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles east). Open spaces near Nutley include Brickfield Meadow.
- Local pubs include Nutley Arms (within half a mile south)
Nutley: your questions answered
How far is Nutley from London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Nutley for guests?
The closest is Buxted station, roughly 4.3 miles away.
Do you provide serving staff?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
What affects the price in Nutley
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Guest numbers
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Add a live paella main.
Events we cater in Nutley
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
Historic buildings near Nutley often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- How each diet is kept separate
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Nutley
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
Live paella or other catering?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why Nutley hosts choose us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
More for events in Nutley
How it works
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Nutley is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send 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 pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Related guides
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- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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