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Tapas Catering for Wineham events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Wineham and the surrounding area.
- Engagement drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering near Wineham
How our tapas catering works in Wineham
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include tapas starters and tapas before paella, serving albóndigas, Serrano ham and tortilla española.
For a country party near Wineham, tapas and sangria set the mood. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Wineham (BN5)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
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.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
The process
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. At midsummer, it is light in Wineham until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- We check your date.
- You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
- We set up on arrival.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Common questions in Wineham
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can you do sangria?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is generally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Nearby places to Wineham
What else we do in Wineham
Receptions and parties in Wineham
Wineham is about 5 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Wineham, and we will plan access and set-up. Wineham is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Wineham to Brighton (11 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Peter, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Wineham is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Tapas catering in BN5 is planned around your venue and your guests. Other places close to Wineham for tapas catering include Kent Street (1 mile north-west), Twineham Green (1 mile east), Twineham (1 mile east), Cowfold (2 miles north-west) and Crosspost (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (5 miles east) and East Grinstead (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (3.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Woods Mill.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Parking near the venue
- Permission from the venue
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Olives & bread
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, often with alioli.
Live paella or other catering?
Standard canapés can feel samey. Tapas bring something different. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Events in Wineham and across West Sussex
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Check diets in advance
- Include staff for canapés
- Ensure dishes are labelled
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Add a live paella main.
Perfect for your event in Wineham
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas starters
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Engagement celebrations
Historic houses near Wineham include Ockenden Manor (4.9 miles north-east). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Before you book anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How each diet is kept separate
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- 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