Brighton and Hove · England
Tapas Catering in Patcham
Paella 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 Patcham.
- Work receptions
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
Tapas catering near Patcham
Tapas catering in Patcham, cooked live
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. Whether it’s evening grazing and tapas with a paella main course, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
Tapas make a party in Patcham easy and sociable. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Patcham (BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. Evening receptions in Patcham 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.
- 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 pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Places near Patcham
What else we do in Patcham
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Common questions in Patcham
Which station should guests use for Patcham?
Preston Park station, about 1.3 miles south of the centre.
Is Patcham close to London?
About 44 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, which we can supply.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Events we cater in Patcham
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
In Patcham and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
- Birthday drinks
Historic buildings near Patcham frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- How long the team stays
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How bad weather is handled
Patcham: venues and local tips
Patcham is about 2 miles north of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. For tapas catering in Patcham, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in 30 places across Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Preston Manor & Gardens (1.5 miles south) and Royal Pavilion (2.9 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Preston Park station, about 1.3 miles south. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Patcham, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 4 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Anywhere in BN1, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on London Road, Vale Avenue and Eldred Avenue. If your venue is just outside Patcham, we also cover Waterhall (1 mile north-west), Westdene (1 mile south-west), Hollingbury (1 mile east), Withdean (1 mile south) and Preston (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south), Brunswick (3 miles south), Kemptown (4 miles south-east), Whitehawk (3 miles south-east) and Aldrington (3 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (3.1 miles north) and Brighton Transport Museum (1.8 miles south). Not far away are Ditchling Beacon and Ladies Mile.
- Schools near Patcham include Patcham High School (under half a mile south-east) and The Dharma Primary School (less than half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include Miller & Carter pub (within half a mile north-west)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Drinks service on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
- 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