Brighton and Hove · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Preston, Brighton and Hove
Planning tapas catering in Preston? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement parties
- Cocktail parties
Book tapas catering in Preston
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Preston
- A quote that spells everything out
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Drinks service on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
About our tapas catering in Preston
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. We are often asked to cater office parties and launches and welcome-drink canapés, with tortilla española, croquetas and Serrano ham.
In Preston, tapas work at home or in a local hall. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
- Area
- Preston (BN1, BN3, BN88)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Preston
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Preston is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Preston: venues and local tips
Preston is about 1 mile north-west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Tell us where your event in Preston will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. Preston is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove where we cook.
A picnic in Preston Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St John the Evangelist's Church. Preston is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. With the sea within about 2 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Wherever your event is in BN1, BN3 and BN88, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a home on Home Road, Bates Road and Loder Road. Being close to the A23, Preston is easy for us to reach with everything for your event. Close by, we cover events in Withdean (1 mile north), Prestonville (1 mile south), Hollingdean (1 mile east), Seven Dials (1 mile south) and West Hill (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Saltdean (6 miles south-east), East Saltdean (6 miles south-east), Roedean (3 miles south-east), Rottingdean (4 miles south-east) and Ovingdean (4 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Churchill Square (1.5 miles south) and Brighton Transport Museum (0.5 miles south). Not far away are Newmarket Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Schools near Preston include Dorothy Stringer High School (less than half a mile north-east) and Varndean College (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown and Anchor Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Occasions we cook for in Preston
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Drinks reception canapés
- Office parties and launches
- Table tapas as a starter
For guests coming by train, Preston Park station is in Preston itself.
Comparing caterers
- The wet-weather plan
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- Staff numbers and hours
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
Planning tapas catering in Preston? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Canapés need staff to serve
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Staff to serve canapés.
Towns and villages near Preston
What else we do in Preston
For event organisers in Preston
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Organising a club, school or community event in Preston? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
FAQs for Preston
What’s the nearest station to Preston for guests?
Preston has its own station: Preston Park station.
Is Preston close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details and we will advise.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
- 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