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Tapas Catering in Shoreham-by-Sea
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Shoreham-by-Sea.
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement celebrations
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering in Shoreham-by-Sea
Tapas catering in Shoreham-by-Sea, cooked live
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s work receptions and cocktail parties, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, patatas bravas and Serrano ham.
Tapas work for parties and receptions in Shoreham-by-Sea. We need a small area to finish hot tapas. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Shoreham-by-Sea (BN43, BN15, BN42)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Shoreham-by-Sea
Is Shoreham-by-Sea close to London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Shoreham-by-Sea for guests?
Shoreham-By-Sea station, in Shoreham-by-Sea itself.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Do you cover Shoreham-by-Sea?
We do. Shoreham-by-Sea is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
For event organisers in Shoreham-by-Sea
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Towns and villages near Shoreham-by-Sea
More for events in Shoreham-by-Sea
Why choose live paella in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Catering across West Sussex, including Shoreham-by-Sea
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Planning a tapas spread in Shoreham-by-Sea
Shoreham-by-Sea is about 4 miles west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Tell us where your event in Shoreham-by-Sea will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cover 371 places across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary de Haura Church. Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (2.3 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. With the sea within about a mile, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Tapas catering in BN43, BN15 and BN42 is planned around your venue and your guests. From Adelaide Square, High Street and Rainbow Square or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Main roads around Shoreham-by-Sea include the A27 and A259, which makes travel to your event easy. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Old Shoreham (1 mile west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile east), Adur (1 mile north-west), Southwick (2 miles east) and Portslade (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (6 miles west), Haywards Heath (14 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (12 miles west), Rustington (11 miles west) and Storrington (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Southlands Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shoreham-by-Sea include Thundersbarrow Hill and Shoreham Beach.
- Schools near Shoreham-by-Sea include Shoreham College (1 mile east) and Shoreham Academy (1.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crabtree pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Planning the cooking area
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space to finish hot dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
What affects the price in Shoreham-by-Sea
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Travel, parking and access
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. Sunset in Shoreham-by-Sea is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Label seafood clearly
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Tapas go out to the tables.
Waiting staff for canapés.
A closer look at the menu
Croquetas
Croquetas disappear fast.
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Perfect for your event in Shoreham-by-Sea
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Engagement parties
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Table tapas as a starter
Guests travelling by rail: Shoreham-by-Sea has its own station, Shoreham-By-Sea station.
Questions to ask before booking
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Space, access and power needs
- How long the team stays
- If the price includes VAT
- 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