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Tapas Catering in Partridge Green
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Partridge Green. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas before paella
Tapas catering for Partridge Green events
How our tapas catering works in Partridge Green
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Popular choices include Serrano ham, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo, and we are frequently booked for tapas with a paella main course and evening sharing boards.
Near Partridge Green, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated.
- Location
- Partridge Green (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in Partridge Green?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. At midsummer, it’s light in Partridge Green until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell 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 clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Receptions and parties in Partridge Green
Partridge Green is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. For an event in Partridge Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Partridge Green is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Partridge Green to Brighton (12 miles away).
Wherever your event is in RH13, we can cook for your guests. From High Street, Church Road and Oakwood or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Partridge Green for tapas catering include Littleworth (1 mile north), West Grinstead (1 mile north-west), Ashurst (2 miles south-west), Dial Post (2 miles west) and Shipley (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (8 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south-west).
Not far away are Knepp Wildland.
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Perfect for your event in Partridge Green
Tapas are sociable food.
In Partridge Green and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Cocktail parties
- Engagement parties
- Evening grazing
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Michael and All Angels Church.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Add a live paella main.
Partridge Green: your questions answered
How far is Partridge Green from London?
About 38 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Partridge Green?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Where we can cook in Partridge Green
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Permission from the venue
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
What’s in the pans
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
What affects the price in Partridge Green
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many staff you need
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
- 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