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Tapas Catering in Peacehaven
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Peacehaven and East Sussex, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Engagement celebrations
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Tapas catering in Peacehaven, made fresh on the day
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Many events have both. We cook patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo, and we are often booked for birthday drinks and sharing tapas starters.
For a party in a place like Peacehaven, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Peacehaven (BN10, BN9)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Peacehaven questions
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Peacehaven close to London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you cover Peacehaven?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Peacehaven. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
Are the tapas fresh?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold ones go out as guests arrive.
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Peacehaven
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
Why choose live paella in Peacehaven?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas work brilliantly. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Events in Peacehaven and across East Sussex
- A clear, itemised quote
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Places near Peacehaven
Other catering in Peacehaven
Working with your venue
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.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
How it works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell typically draws people over. A summer drinks reception in Peacehaven has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is 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 the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or BN10 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Perfect for your event in Peacehaven
They work for any size of event.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas and paella menus
- Engagement celebrations
For guests coming by train, Newhaven Town station is about 2.1 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- The wet-weather plan
- Travel and parking costs
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Planning a tapas spread in Peacehaven
Peacehaven is about 5 miles west of Seaford, in East Sussex. Across the BN10 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cater in 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 6 miles away.
Historic houses near Peacehaven include Monk's House (2.9 miles north). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Ascension Church. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Peacehaven, ideal for an outdoor reception. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
For tapas catering in BN10 and BN9, we plan around your venue. Streets in the area include Starling Drive, Bramber Close and Greenfinch Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Being close to the A259, Peacehaven is easy for us to reach with everything for your event. Close by, we cover events in Telscombe Cliffs (1 mile west), Telscombe (1 mile north-west), Piddinghoe (2 miles north-east), East Saltdean (2 miles west) and Newhaven (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles east), Lewes (6 miles north), Hailsham (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (13 miles north) and Polegate (11 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Planet Earth Museum (2.1 miles east) and Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (2.9 miles east). Open spaces near Peacehaven include Itford Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Peacehaven include Peacehaven Heights Primary School (less than half a mile west)
What tapas catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Timings and hours
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The courses you’d like
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
- 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