East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Pevensey
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Pevensey: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Planning an event in Pevensey?
Tapas catering for your event in Pevensey
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include sharing tapas starters and cocktail parties, serving croquetas, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo.
Near Pevensey, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Pevensey (BN24)
- County
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests are eating
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Pevensey, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
For event organisers in Pevensey
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Before you choose a spot
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Room for a tapas table
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Gambas al ajillo
Towns and villages near Pevensey
What else we do in Pevensey
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Collect dietary needs
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Spanish desserts to finish.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Planning a tapas spread in Pevensey
Pevensey is about 3 miles north-east of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Anywhere in BN24, we can bring the pans to you. We cook in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our events stretch from Pevensey to Brighton (20 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Pevensey has its own station, Pevensey Bay station. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St. Nicolas Church. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Pevensey, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Anywhere in BN24, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Lane and Bridge End, and we can cook for an event on any of them. For events just outside Pevensey, we cover Pevensey Bay (1 mile south-east), Westham (1 mile west), Jenkins' Green (1 mile west), Langney (2 miles south-west) and Normans' Bay (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (3 miles south-west), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles east), Seaford (10 miles west), Lewes (15 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles north-west).
A little further out are Pevensey Court House Museum And Gaol (less than half a mile west) and Pevensey Castle (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Pevensey include Gillham Wood and Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Bell School (1.7 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Smugglers' Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Why choose tapas catering in Pevensey?
Tapas are sociable food.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Office parties and launches
Historic buildings near Pevensey frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- Allergen information for each dish
- How late numbers can change
- When payment is due
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Pevensey stay light until about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- Canapés go round with the drinks, or table tapas go out to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Pevensey questions
We’re having a ceremony at St. Nicolas Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Pevensey?
Pevensey has its own station: Pevensey Bay station.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Absolutely, for receptions, parties and evening food.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
How much tapas do we need?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Should I cook it myself?
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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