Brighton and Hove · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Saltdean, Brighton and Hove
Looking for tapas catering in Saltdean? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas starters
Planning an event in Saltdean?
What tapas catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many staff you need
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
Send us the date, your venue or BN2 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
How our tapas catering works in Saltdean
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, starter or main event. On the menu are Manchego with membrillo, gambas al ajillo and padrón peppers, and typical bookings are for tapas and paella menus and office parties and launches.
Around Saltdean, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Saltdean (BN2)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Saltdean
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Saltdean
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
Why choose tapas catering in Saltdean?
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement parties
- Launches and office parties
- Evening sharing boards
Parks such as Beacon Hill have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Comparing caterers
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
- The venue requirements
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. At midsummer, it is light in Saltdean until about 9:15pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- 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 pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Saltdean
How far is Saltdean from London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Saltdean? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning a tapas spread in Saltdean
Saltdean is about 1 mile west of Telscombe, in Brighton and Hove. Tell us where your event in Saltdean will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cater in 30 places in Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic buildings near Saltdean frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Historic houses near Saltdean include Monk's House (3.5 miles north-east) and Royal Pavilion (4.4 miles west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Saltdean, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 5 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
We cater events across the BN2 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Hill Road, School Lane and Lynwood Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Saltdean for tapas catering include East Saltdean (1 mile east), Rottingdean (1 mile north-west), Telscombe (1 mile east), Ovingdean (2 miles north-west) and Roedean (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Brighton (4 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (7 miles west), Hove (6 miles west), Carlton Hill (4 miles west), Hanover (4 miles north-west) and West Hill (5 miles west).
Nearby you will also find French Convalescent Home (3 miles west) and Brighton Motor Museum (3.5 miles west). Open spaces near Saltdean include Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve and Newmarket Hill.
- Schools near Saltdean include Longhill High School (1.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find Queen Victoria pub (0.7 miles west)
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables.
Sangria and bar staff.
Nearby places to Saltdean
Other catering in Saltdean
Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce, often with alioli.
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
- 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