Brighton and Hove · England
Paella Catering in Brighton and Hove
Looking for paella catering in Brighton and Hove? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Christenings and family gatherings
Paella catering near Brighton and Hove
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
About our paella catering in Brighton and Hove
Keep it simple, or go all out: paella on its own, or with canapés, table tapas, desserts and sangria. We’ll recommend what fits your event. On the menu are vegan paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for christenings and family gatherings and staff parties and work lunches.
In Brighton and Hove, gardens come in all sizes, and most can host live paella with a little planning. Have a gazebo ready in case of showers. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Brighton and Hove (BN3, BN41, BN1)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella compared with other options
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in Brighton and Hove
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Live paella in Brighton and Hove: local details
Brighton and Hove is in England. Give us the address of your event in Brighton and Hove, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in all 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic houses near Brighton and Hove include Portslade Manor (1.3 miles west) and Preston Manor & Gardens (1.7 miles east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. Parks such as Hove Park typically need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Brighton and Hove, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking. Brighton and Hove is within about 3 miles of the sea, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
For paella catering in BN3, BN41 and BN1, we plan around your venue. Local streets include New Church Road, Princes Square and Station Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Brighton and Hove sits on or near the A270 and A293, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Brighton and Hove for paella catering include Aldrington (1 mile south-west), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile south-east), Prestonville (2 miles east) and Brunswick (2 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include British Engineerium (0.7 miles north-east) and Churchill Square (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Brighton and Hove includes Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Schools near Brighton and Hove include Hove Park School (0.5 miles north-east) and The Drive Prep School (1 mile east)
- Local pubs include The Atlas pub (under half a mile north)
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Your questions about paella catering in Brighton and Hove
Which station should guests use for Brighton and Hove?
Brighton and Hove has its own station: Aldrington station.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you cover Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we do. Brighton and Hove is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Do you bring everything you need?
All cooking kit comes with us. Let us know what your venue has, like tables or crockery.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Why choose paella catering in Brighton and Hove?
Live paella is made for outdoor events: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Community events and fairs
- Milestone birthday parties
For guests coming by train, Aldrington station is in Brighton and Hove itself.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- When final numbers are due
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable and vegan paella
A vegetable paella is not an afterthought: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron, cooked in its own pan.
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Evenings in Brighton and Hove stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
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Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Put allergy details in writing
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
A short rest after cooking helps, and that’s when we invite guests up.
Need plates or staff? We can provide them.
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Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The venue or postcode
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Brighton and Hove, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
- 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