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Tapas & canapé catering in West Barnham, West Sussex
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in West Barnham: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement celebrations
- Canapés with welcome drinks
Tapas catering for West Barnham events
The process
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. Evening receptions in West Barnham stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Related guides
Tapas catering in West Barnham, cooked live
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas. For tapas with a paella main course and engagement celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of croquetas, tortilla española and padrón peppers for your guests.
For a country party near West Barnham, tapas and sangria set the mood. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Where
- West Barnham (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
For event organisers in West Barnham
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel special. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in West Barnham
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Receptions and parties in West Barnham
West Barnham is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of West Barnham or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. West Barnham is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 22 miles away.
Historic buildings near West Barnham often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of West Barnham, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 4 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Anywhere in PO22, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Woodside, Orchard Way and Paddocks or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. West Barnham sits on or near the B2233, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to West Barnham for tapas catering include Barnham (1 mile south-east), Eastergate (1 mile north-west), Walberton (1 mile north-east), Westergate (1 mile west) and Fontwell (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles south-west). Not far away are WWT Arundel.
- Nearby schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (within half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Murrell Arms (less than half a mile south-east)
What tapas catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Anything your venue supplies
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Check diets in advance
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Add a live paella main.
West Barnham: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Is West Barnham close to London?
About 52 miles from central London.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Do you cater in West Barnham?
Yes, we do. West Barnham is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Occasions we cook for in West Barnham
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Evening sharing boards
- Tapas and paella menus
- Birthday and anniversary parties
- Cocktail parties
Guests travelling by rail: West Barnham has its own station, Barnham station.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Towns and villages near West Barnham
Other catering in West Barnham
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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