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Tapas & canapé catering in Stonegate, East Sussex
Looking for tapas catering in Stonegate? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Work receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
Planning an event in Stonegate?
Drinks receptions around Stonegate
Stonegate is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. For an event in Stonegate, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Stonegate. We cater in 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Stonegate to Brighton (26 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Peter. Guests travelling by rail: Stonegate station is about 1 mile away. Stonegate is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Wherever your event is in TN5, we can cook for your guests. Whether your event is on Station Road, Forge Field and Lymden Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. For events just outside Stonegate, we cover Wallcrouch (1 mile north), Shover's Green (1 mile north-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles north), Witherenden Hill (2 miles south-west) and Holton Hill (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (9 miles west), St Leonards (14 miles south-east) and Uckfield (13 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Old Scotney Castle (4.4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
About our tapas catering in Stonegate
We’ll recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. Whether it’s canapés with welcome drinks and evening grazing, we can cook patatas bravas, Manchego with membrillo and gambas al ajillo for your guests.
Near Stonegate, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- Stonegate (TN5)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Stonegate
What’s the nearest station to Stonegate for guests?
The closest is Stonegate station, roughly 1 mile away.
Do you come out to small places like Stonegate?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Where we can cook in Stonegate
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
Events we cater in Stonegate
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
In Stonegate and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
- Work receptions
- Engagement celebrations
Historic houses near Stonegate include Wadhurst Castle (3 miles north-west) and Bateman's (3 miles south). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before you book anyone
- How bad weather is handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and parking costs
- When payment is due
Dishes our guests love
Patatas bravas
Always popular and usually vegetarian.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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 be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Step by step
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. A summer drinks reception in Stonegate has daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A quote that spells everything out
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check diets in advance
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Spanish desserts to finish.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are 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 keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Towns and villages near Stonegate
Other catering in Stonegate
- 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