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Tapas Catering for Three Leg Cross events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Three Leg Cross.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering for Three Leg Cross events
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Tapas catering in Three Leg Cross, cooked live
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. We are often asked to cater office parties and launches and sharing tapas starters, serving albóndigas, Manchego with membrillo and patatas bravas.
For a country party near Three Leg Cross, tapas and sangria set the mood. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Three Leg Cross (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
Potato omelette served in wedges or squares.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Three Leg Cross, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
Drinks receptions around Three Leg Cross
Three Leg Cross is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. From the centre of Three Leg Cross to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 289 places across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 28 miles away.
Historic buildings near Three Leg Cross frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church. Three Leg Cross is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN5, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ticehurst (1 mile south-east), Stonecrouch (1 mile north-east), Flimwell (2 miles east), Kilndown (2 miles north) and Bedgebury Cross (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south), Hailsham (15 miles south-west), Crowborough (10 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Old Scotney Castle (2.5 miles north) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
Your questions about tapas catering in Three Leg Cross
Which station should guests use for Three Leg Cross?
The closest is Stonegate station, roughly 3 miles away.
We’re having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you provide serving staff?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Do you cover Three Leg Cross?
We do. Three Leg Cross is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Step by step
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell typically draws people over. Sunset in Three Leg Cross is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Three Leg Cross? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Perfect for your event in Three Leg Cross
They’re the classic starter before paella.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
Guests travelling by rail: Stonegate station is about 3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- Staff numbers and hours
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Check diets in advance
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Why choose live paella in Three Leg Cross?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Three Leg Cross
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Places near Three Leg Cross
More for events in Three Leg Cross
- 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