East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Ticehurst
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Ticehurst: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Anniversary parties
- Work receptions
- Receptions and drinks parties
Tapas catering near Ticehurst
How our tapas catering works in Ticehurst
We’ll suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it is engagement drinks and welcome-drink canapés, we can cook Manchego with membrillo, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
In a rural spot like Ticehurst, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Ticehurst (TN5)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Ticehurst
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Your choice of paellas
- The length of service
- How many guests are eating
- Distance and access to the venue
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Ticehurst: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary's Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you come to Ticehurst?
We do. Ticehurst is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Is halal food available?
Yes, we do. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
How much tapas do we need?
That depends on their role in the meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ticehurst? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests normally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it is light in Ticehurst until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:00pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- 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.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Getting a price
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Ticehurst? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Include staff for canapés
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
- Tell us what role tapas play
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Drinks receptions around Ticehurst
Ticehurst is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Ticehurst and nearby villages. We cook in 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 28 miles away.
Historic buildings near Ticehurst frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (3.2 miles north) and Wadhurst Castle (3.6 miles west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Ticehurst, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in TN5 is planned around your venue and timings. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street, Springfields and Farthing Hill or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Three Leg Cross (1 mile north-west), Flimwell (2 miles east), Stonecrouch (2 miles north), Burgh Hill (3 miles south-east) and Etchingham (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Finchcocks Musical Museum (4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Nearby places to Ticehurst
Also in Ticehurst
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Ticehurst
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Events in Ticehurst and across East Sussex
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space to finish hot dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space for a serving table or station
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
Who books tapas catering in Ticehurst?
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Ticehurst book us for events such as:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Tapas before paella
- Cocktail parties
- Office parties and launches
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Stonegate station, about 2.7 miles south-west.
What to look for in a quote
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
- The venue requirements
- 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