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Tapas Catering for Saddlescombe events
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Saddlescombe. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Evening sharing boards
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
Book tapas catering in Saddlescombe
Tapas catering in Saddlescombe, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Whether it is drinks parties and receptions and engagement parties, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, padrón peppers and Manchego with membrillo.
Near Saddlescombe, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Where
- Saddlescombe (BN45)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Evening receptions in Saddlescombe stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- 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
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
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Is live paella right for your event?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Larger events typically cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Saddlescombe
- A clear, itemised quote
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read How we price And The cost guide.
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Guest numbers
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Saddlescombe questions
Do you come out to small places like Saddlescombe?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cook near the sea around Saddlescombe?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you cover Saddlescombe?
We do. We cook at events in Saddlescombe and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Are the tapas served hot?
Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue so they’re served at their best.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Receptions and parties in Saddlescombe
Saddlescombe is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Saddlescombe or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Saddlescombe is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover.
After a ceremony at a church such as The Church of the Holy Trinity, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic buildings near Saddlescombe often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Saddlescombe is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors. The coast is within about 6 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
For tapas catering in BN45, we plan around your venue. Other places close to Saddlescombe for tapas catering include Pyecombe (1 mile north-east), Waterhall (2 miles south-east), Westdene (2 miles south-east), Patcham (3 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Montefiore Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (2.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Pubs nearby include Royal Oak pub (0.7 miles north-west)
Nearby places to Saddlescombe
Also in Saddlescombe
Who books tapas catering in Saddlescombe?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Saddlescombe, people book us for events such as:
- Engagement parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Birthday drinks
Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (3.3 miles south) and Preston Manor & Gardens (3.7 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel, parking or access charges
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Tell us what role tapas play
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Sangria and bar staff.
- 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