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Tapas & canapé catering in Offington, West 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 Offington.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
Book tapas catering in Offington
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it is light in Offington until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
About our tapas catering in Offington
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. For welcome-drink canapés and birthday drinks, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, Manchego with membrillo and Serrano ham.
Near Offington, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Offington (BN14, BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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.
Why choose live paella in Offington?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Catering across West Sussex, including Offington
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Space for a serving table or station
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
Planning a tapas spread in Offington
Offington is about 1 mile north-east of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Offington. Offington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 11 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as St Andrew's Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is West Worthing station, about 1.1 miles south. The coast is within about 2 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in BN14 and BN13, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Rogate Road, Warren Road and Hall Avenue. Main roads around Offington include the A24 and A27, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. If your venue is just outside Offington, we also cover Salvington (1 mile west), Broadwater (1 mile south-east), Worthing (1 mile south-west), Findon Valley (1 mile north) and Sompting (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles east), Lancing (3 miles east) and Rustington (5 miles west).
A little further out are Old Castle (0.6 miles south) and Museum of Sussex Folklore (0.6 miles south). Not far away are Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
- Schools near Offington include Thomas A Becket First School (0.6 miles south-west) and Durrington High School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Thomas a Becket pub (within half a mile south-west)
How we price tapas catering
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- Parking and unloading
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Offington
Other catering in Offington
Why choose tapas catering in Offington?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Offington, people book us for events such as:
- Birthday drinks
- Tapas starters
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Evening grazing
Historic houses near Offington include Ecclesden Manor (3.6 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Questions to ask before you book
- When final numbers are due
- Who provides the crockery
- Space, access and power needs
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Include staff for canapés
- Check diets in advance
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Canapés go round with the drinks.
Serving boards and crockery.
FAQs for Offington
Could we have live paella in Durrington Minature Railway?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Is Offington close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
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.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Offington? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
- 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