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Tapas Catering for Rye Foreign events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Rye Foreign and East Sussex, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Work receptions
- Tapas starters
- Evening sharing boards
Live tapas catering in Rye Foreign
Tapas catering for your event in Rye Foreign
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Popular choices include albóndigas, tortilla española and padrón peppers, and we’re often booked for engagement parties and tapas and paella menus.
For a country party near Rye Foreign, tapas and sangria set the mood. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Rye Foreign (TN31)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Rye Foreign is around 9:15pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Planning tapas catering in Rye Foreign? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Drinks receptions around Rye Foreign
Rye Foreign is about 9 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Tell us where your event in Rye Foreign will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 27 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. For guests coming by train, Rye station is about 1.7 miles away. The coast is within about 2 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN31, so your event can be anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Iden (1 mile north-east), Playden (1 mile east), Houghton Green (2 miles east), Rye (2 miles south-east) and East Guldeford (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Hastings (9 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south-west), Belmont (9 miles south-west) and Hollington (9 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (1.9 miles south-east) and Ypres Tower (2 miles south-east). Not far away are Flatropers Wood.
- Local schools include Rye College (1.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse And Cart Inn (0.5 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Rye Foreign
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Rye Foreign
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Fast service from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
Your questions about tapas catering in Rye Foreign
Can you cook near the sea around Rye Foreign?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Which station should guests use for Rye Foreign?
The closest is Rye station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
For event organisers in Rye Foreign
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Events we cater in Rye Foreign
Big or small, tapas work.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Birthday drinks
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Evening grazing
- Cocktail parties
Nearby historic houses include Lamb House (1.9 miles south-east) and Smallhythe Place (4.7 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Before booking anyone
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- What the price includes, item by item
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
What tapas catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Places near Rye Foreign
Other catering in Rye Foreign
- 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