West Sussex · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Warminghurst, West Sussex
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Warminghurst. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Table tapas as a starter
- Birthday drinks
- Work receptions
Tapas catering for Warminghurst events
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Tapas catering in Warminghurst, made fresh on the day
Tapas are sharing food, made for conversation. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. On the menu are gambas al ajillo, Manchego with membrillo and tortilla española, and we are often booked for birthday and anniversary parties and table tapas as a starter.
Near Warminghurst, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Location
- Warminghurst (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What you get with us
- Drinks service on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
Where we can cook in Warminghurst
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Space for a serving table or station
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
Towns and villages near Warminghurst
More for events in Warminghurst
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Make sure dishes are labelled
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Canapés need staff to serve
Table tapas are set down to share at the start of the meal.
Bar staff and sangria.
Occasions we cook for in Warminghurst
They cover lots of tastes and diets in one spread.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Warminghurst book us for events such as:
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Evening sharing boards
- Receptions and drinks parties
Historic buildings near Warminghurst often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if it rains
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Warminghurst questions
Is Warminghurst close to London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Warminghurst?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 4.7 miles away.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
How many different paellas?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Drinks receptions around Warminghurst
Warminghurst is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Warminghurst, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cook in all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 14 miles away.
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of the Holy Sepulchre, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Historic houses near Warminghurst include Parham House (3.9 miles south-west) and Old Place Manor (4.6 miles west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Warminghurst is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in RH20, we can cook for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Thakeham (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north), Heath Common (1 mile south-west) and West Chiltington (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
- Nearby schools include Rydon Community College (1.6 miles south-west)
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Warminghurst stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
- 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