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Tapas & canapé catering in West Stoke, West Sussex
Something 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 in West Stoke.
- Cocktail parties
- Evening grazing
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering near West Stoke
What affects the price in West Stoke
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Tapas catering in West Stoke, made fresh on the day
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Whether it’s evening grazing and engagement parties, we can cook Serrano ham, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo.
Near West Stoke, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- West Stoke (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why choose Love Paella in West Stoke
- Catering across West Sussex, including West Stoke
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Questions from West Stoke
Is West Stoke close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
What does tapas catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. We label each dish.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Perfect for your event in West Stoke
They make a perfect starter before paella.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Tapas before paella
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
- Drinks reception canapés
Historic buildings near West Stoke often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
What your quote should include
- What happens if it rains
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- How long the team stays
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in West Stoke is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Related guides
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Staff to serve canapés.
Drinks receptions around West Stoke
West Stoke is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around West Stoke and the surrounding area. West Stoke is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 25 miles away.
Historic houses near West Stoke include West Dean House (3.2 miles north-east) and Goodwood House (3.5 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Fishbourne station, about 2.2 miles south. West Stoke is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in PO18, we can bring tapas catering to you. Streets in the area include Downs Road and Lye Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Close by, we cover events in East Ashling (1 mile south-west), West Ashling (1 mile south-west), Funtington (2 miles west), Broadbridge (2 miles south-west) and Fishbourne (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles west) and Rustington (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Centre (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around West Stoke includes Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Horse And Groom Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Where we can cook in West Stoke
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Permission from the venue
- Unloading access
- Space on each table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Also near West Stoke
What else we do in West Stoke
- 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