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Tapas Catering in Salehurst
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Salehurst: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Evening grazing
- Work receptions
- Engagement drinks
Tapas catering for Salehurst events
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Tapas catering in Salehurst, made fresh on the day
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. Popular choices include Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for cocktail parties and evening sharing boards.
Near Salehurst, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Salehurst (TN32)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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FAQs for Salehurst
What’s the nearest station to Salehurst for guests?
Robertsbridge station, about 1 mile south-west of the centre.
How far is Salehurst from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
What about pudding?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Salehurst.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What happens on the day
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 at the agreed time. Evening receptions in Salehurst stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Salehurst, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- Unloading access
- Space for a serving table or station
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Perfect for your event in Salehurst
Tapas get people talking.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Salehurst and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
- Receptions and drinks parties
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- Who provides the crockery
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- Staff numbers and hours
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Tell us what role tapas play
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Add a live paella main.
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Salehurst
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
- We cover Salehurst and the whole of East Sussex
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
Salehurst: venues and local tips
Salehurst is about 9 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Across the TN32 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 29 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Robertsbridge station, about 1 mile south-west. Historic houses near Salehurst include Durhamford Manor (3.7 miles south) and Great Dixter (4.4 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Salehurst is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cater events across the TN32 postcode area and the streets around it. For events just outside Salehurst, we cover Northbridge Street (1 mile west), Robertsbridge (1 mile south-west), John's Cross (2 miles south), Mountfield (3 miles south) and Oxley's Green (4 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (15 miles west), St Leonards (10 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Ticehurst House Hospital (5.6 miles north-west).
- Local schools include Robertsbridge Community College (1.3 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Salehurst Halt Public House (less than half a mile south)
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
- 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