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Tapas & canapé catering in South Street, East Sussex
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in South Street and across East Sussex.
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday drinks
- Evening grazing
Live tapas catering in South Street
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Add a live paella main.
How our tapas catering works in South Street
Hot tapas are finished on site, so they’re served at their best. On the menu are Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and padrón peppers, and we’re regularly asked to cater tapas before paella and sharing tapas starters.
For a country party near South Street, tapas and sangria set the mood. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Where
- South Street (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near South Street
More for events in South Street
FAQs for South Street
What’s the nearest station to South Street for guests?
The closest is Plumpton station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Do you come to South Street?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in South Street and across East Sussex. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. 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.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- We cover South Street and the whole of East Sussex
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Receptions and parties in South Street
South Street is about 5 miles east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. Anywhere in BN8, we can cook for your guests. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 9 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Plumpton station, about 2.2 miles south-west. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of South Street, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in BN8, we can bring tapas catering to you. Whether your event is on Green Lane, Markstakes Corner and St James Walk or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. For events just outside South Street, we cover South Chailey (1 mile south), Chailey (1 mile north-east), North Chailey (2 miles north), Chiltington (2 miles south) and Plumpton Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Princess Royal Hospital (4.3 miles north-west). The countryside around South Street includes Blackcap and Malling Down.
- Local schools include Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School (0.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Five Bells Inn (0.5 miles north)
What we need at the venue
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Space for a serving table or station
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Unloading access
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in South Street
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
Perfect for your event in South Street
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement drinks
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether travel is included
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. At midsummer, it’s light in South Street until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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