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Live paella catering in Chapel Row, East Sussex
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Chapel Row.
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Big birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Live paella catering in Chapel Row
Live paella or other catering?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked live and served hot. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Chapel Row
- A quote that spells everything out
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
How our paella catering works in Chapel Row
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. For garden get-togethers and staff parties and work lunches, we’ll put together a menu of vegetable paella, paella Valenciana and black rice.
In a hamlet or village like Chapel Row, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Area
- Chapel Row (BN27)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, and is typically served with alioli. It is a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, not seafood. It’s a favourite with guests who do not eat fish.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. 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.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Places near Chapel Row
Also in Chapel Row
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegan paella
What affects the price in Chapel Row
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many guests are eating
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Who books paella catering in Chapel Row?
It needs no kitchen, so it’s at home in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Summer garden parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Herstmonceux Free Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before booking anyone
- Whether travel is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
Live paella in Chapel Row: local details
Chapel Row is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. From the centre of Chapel Row to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Chapel Row to Brighton (20 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Horselunges Manor (3.4 miles west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. For guests coming by train, Pevensey Bay station is about 4.8 miles away.
Anywhere in BN27, we can bring paella catering to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Flowers Green (1 mile south), Herstmonceux (1 mile north-west), Windmill Hill (1 mile east), Golden Cross (1 mile south-west) and Stunts Green (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Amberstone Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.2 miles south-east).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Brewers' Arms Inn (less than half a mile north)
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Chapel Row questions
Which station should guests use for Chapel Row?
The closest is Pevensey Bay station, roughly 4.8 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Chapel Row?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Should we have more than one paella?
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.
Can paella be the only main course?
Yes. Paella with bread and salad makes a full main course, and tapas or dessert can be added.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
How much does paella catering cost in Chapel Row?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How it works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. Around midsummer it stays light in Chapel Row until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Chapel Row, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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