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Tapas & canapé catering in Woodmancote, West Sussex
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Woodmancote and across West Sussex.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Cocktail parties
- Evening grazing
Tapas catering near Woodmancote
Woodmancote questions
What’s the nearest station to Woodmancote for guests?
Southbourne station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre.
How far is Woodmancote from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
How much tapas do we need?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. We will suggest quantities for your event.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Canapés work best with staff serving, and we can provide them.
Tapas catering for your event in Woodmancote
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We’re frequently asked to cater birthday and anniversary parties and tapas starters, with croquetas, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo.
Near Woodmancote, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- Woodmancote (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What tapas catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and unloading
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- Your date and when you want to eat
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A spot for our serving station
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Step by step
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Woodmancote is around 9:20pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- We serve the spread.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Related guides
For event organisers in Woodmancote
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite when made carefully.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Add sangria or cava
- Collect dietary needs
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Also near Woodmancote
More for events in Woodmancote
Tapas for events in Woodmancote
Woodmancote is about 4 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. For an event in Woodmancote, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Woodmancote is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Woodmancote to Southampton (about 22 miles away).
Historic buildings near Woodmancote often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. After a ceremony at a church such as Woodmancote Church, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos. Woodmancote is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
Here we cover the PO10 postcode area. From South Lane, Duffield Lane and Woodmancote Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover events in Westbourne (1 mile west), Southbourne (1 mile south), Lumley (1 mile south-west), Emsworth (2 miles south-west) and Denvilles (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (6 miles east), Yapton (13 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south).
A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Warblington Castle (2.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Schools near Woodmancote include Westbourne Primary School (0.9 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Stag's Head Public House (0.9 miles west)
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. 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.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Drinks service on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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