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Tapas & canapé catering in Rusher's Cross, East Sussex
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Rusher's Cross and East Sussex, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Drinks reception canapés
Live tapas catering in Rusher's Cross
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Tapas catering in Rusher's Cross, cooked live
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they arrive hot. On the menu are padrón peppers, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo, and we are regularly asked to cater tapas starters and tapas with a paella main course.
For a country party near Rusher's Cross, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Rusher's Cross (TN20)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Rusher's Cross
What’s the nearest station to Rusher's Cross for guests?
Wadhurst station, about 2.7 miles north of the centre.
Could we have live paella in Wadhurst Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you supply canapé staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Plenty are vegetarian, such as tortilla, bravas and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- Parking near the venue
- A spot for our serving station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
Planning a tapas spread in Rusher's Cross
Rusher's Cross is about 5 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. For tapas catering in Rusher's Cross, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Rusher's Cross is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Rusher's Cross to Brighton (23 miles away).
Historic houses near Rusher's Cross include Wadhurst Castle (2.6 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Rusher's Cross is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN20. Other places close to Rusher's Cross for tapas catering include Tidebrook (1 mile north-east), Coggins Mill (1 mile south-west), Mayfield (2 miles south-west), Mark Cross (2 miles north-west) and Argos Hill (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles west), Uckfield (10 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and Heathfield (5 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Ticehurst House Hospital (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water and Crowborough Country Park.
Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Rusher's Cross
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Nearby places to Rusher's Cross
Also in Rusher's Cross
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Occasions we cook for in Rusher's Cross
They suit standing receptions where a full meal does not fit.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Rusher's Cross and East Sussex:
- Launches and office parties
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing tapas starters
- Canapés with welcome drinks
For guests coming by train, Wadhurst station is about 2.7 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- The wet-weather plan
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, it is light in Rusher's Cross until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
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, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
About the dishes
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
- 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