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Tapas Catering for West Chiltington Common events
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in West Chiltington Common.
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering near West Chiltington Common
Tapas catering in West Chiltington Common, made fresh on the day
Plenty of tapas are vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers, and several can be made gluten-free. We’re often asked to cater drinks reception canapés and work receptions, serving patatas bravas, padrón peppers and albóndigas.
Around West Chiltington Common, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when made carefully.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
West Chiltington Common: your questions answered
We are 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 generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Can we have tapas without paella?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Do you come to West Chiltington Common?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in West Chiltington Common and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Tapas for events in West Chiltington Common
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. For an event in West Chiltington Common, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around West Chiltington Common. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like St Mary's Church. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles west. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of West Chiltington Common, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH20. Local streets include Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside West Chiltington Common, we cover West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Rydon Community College (1.7 miles south-east)
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many guests are eating
- Timings and hours
- Travel, parking and access
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
How the day works
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Evening receptions in West Chiltington Common 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.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- 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.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A spot for our serving station
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in West Chiltington Common
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
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Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Add sangria or cava
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
- Include staff for canapés
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
- 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