East Sussex · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Offham, East Sussex
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Offham: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Tapas starters
Tapas catering for Offham events
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic and typically vegetarian.
Tapas catering for your event in Offham
Sangria and bar staff can be added, for a complete drinks and tapas package. For cocktail parties and tapas starters, we will put together a menu of croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and albóndigas.
For a country party near Offham, tapas and sangria set the mood. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Offham (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Evening receptions in Offham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late 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 hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Where we can cook in Offham
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Parking near the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
Who books tapas catering in Offham?
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
A picnic in Railway Land? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What your quote should include
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Travel and parking costs
- If the price includes VAT
Drinks receptions around Offham
Offham is about 1 mile north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. For tapas catering in Offham, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Offham. We cater in 289 places in East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 7 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Anne of Cleves House (1.7 miles south-east) and Glyndebourne (3.4 miles east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. If you are looking at a historic venue around Offham, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Offham is within about 2 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in BN7 is planned around your venue and your guests. Other places close to Offham for tapas catering include Hamsey (1 mile north-east), Lewes (1 mile south-east), South Malling (1 mile south-east), Southover (2 miles south-east) and Cliffe (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south-east), Hailsham (12 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (7 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Lewes Castle (1.5 miles south-east) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (1.2 miles south). Not far away are Malling Down and Offham Hill.
- Schools near Offham include Lewes Old Grammar School (1.5 miles south-east) and Priory School (1.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Blacksmiths Arms (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include St John under the Castle Lewes (1.1 miles south-east)
Working with your venue
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Organising a club, school or community event in Offham? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Also near Offham
Also in Offham
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Your questions about tapas catering in Offham
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Offham?
Cooksbridge station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much does tapas catering cost in Offham?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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