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Tapas Catering for Twineham events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Twineham. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Work receptions
- Evening grazing
- Tapas and paella menus
Planning an event in Twineham?
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Tapas catering for your event in Twineham
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. Popular choices include tortilla española, albóndigas and gambas al ajillo, and we are frequently booked for canapés with welcome drinks and tapas and paella menus.
Near Twineham, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Twineham (RH17)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Twineham
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Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Hot tapas are finished on site and served straight away.
Sangria and bar staff.
Where we can cook in Twineham
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Patatas bravas
The process
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it’s light in Twineham 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.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose tapas catering in Twineham?
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
In Twineham and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Table tapas as a starter
- Tapas before paella
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
Historic houses near Twineham include Ockenden Manor (4.1 miles north-east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
Why choose live paella in Twineham?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, often with alioli.
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Twineham? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Twineham: your questions answered
Is Twineham close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
We’re having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Peter: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically 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 picture if you are not sure.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Twineham: venues and local tips
Twineham is about 4 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Tell us where your event in Twineham will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 10 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Burgess Hill station, about 3.7 miles east. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Twineham, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cook at events all over RH17 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Twineham Green (1 mile north), Wineham (1 mile west), Crosspost (2 miles north), High Cross (2 miles south) and Kent Street (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2 miles east) and Burgess Hill Museum (3.6 miles east). Not far away are Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Schools near Twineham include St Paul's Catholic College (2.5 miles east)
- 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