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Tapas Catering for Russell's Green events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Russell's Green and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas and paella menus
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering for Russell's Green events
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Include staff for canapés
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Tapas catering in Russell's Green, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Whether it’s cocktail parties and sharing tapas starters, we will put together a menu of albóndigas, padrón peppers and Serrano ham and more.
In a rural spot like Russell's Green, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Russell's Green (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in Russell's Green?
Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas make a proper course. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Receptions and parties in Russell's Green
Russell's Green is about 3 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Russell's Green, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Russell's Green is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 24 miles away.
A picnic in Highwoods? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is frequently easier for catering. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Cooden Beach station, about 2.9 miles south.
Here we cover the TN33 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Russell's Green, we also cover Hooe Common (1 mile south-west), Ninfield (1 mile north), Lunsford's Cross (1 mile east), Watermill (2 miles east) and Catsfield (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (8 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles west) and St Leonards (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Herstmonceux Castle (3.4 miles west) and Bexhill Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gillham Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bexhill High Academy (2.2 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Inn (0.7 miles south-west)
How the day works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Russell's Green is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room for a tapas table
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Albóndigas
Also near Russell's Green
Also in Russell's Green
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
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 saves passing messages back and forth.
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Common questions in Russell's Green
Is Russell's Green too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Perfect for your event in Russell's Green
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Birthday drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Table tapas as a starter
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Russell's Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- 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