West Sussex · England
Paella Catering in Elmer
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Elmer.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Community events and fairs
- Weddings and evening receptions
Paella catering in Elmer
Paella catering in Elmer, made fresh on the day
Live paella works almost anywhere with a level, ventilated spot: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field in and around Elmer. We cook black rice, paella Valenciana and mixed paella, and typical bookings are for staff parties and work lunches and summer garden parties.
Around Elmer, events are frequently in gardens, local halls or nearby venues. If access is tight, we’ll plan around it. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Elmer (PO22)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella in Elmer: local details
Elmer is about 3 miles east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Elmer or on the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Elmer is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Elmer to Brighton (about 21 miles away).
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like St Nicholas Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. For guests coming by train, Ford station is about 2.9 miles away. The coast is within about 3 miles of Elmer, so a seafood pan is a popular choice. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
This part of West Sussex takes in PO22. We can cater an event on streets such as Elmer Road, Ancton Lane and East Avenue or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Middleton-on-Sea (1 mile west), Bilsham (1 mile north), Atherington (1 mile north-east), Flansham (2 miles north-west) and Horsemere Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (9 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles west), Chichester (8 miles north-west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Bognor Regis Museum (3.1 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles west).
- Nearby schools include Felpham Community College (2.1 miles west)
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Planning an evening event in Elmer? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and how many.
- Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
- A week or so before, we confirm the plan.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- Guests are served from the pan, and our area is cleared afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Space, weather and the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
Other catering in Elmer
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Make sure most guests can sit to eat
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Ask for labels on each pan
- Mention any other courses or food
Paella is at its best straight from the pan, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal.
Paella compared with other options
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Elmer
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Fast service from the pan
- Catering across West Sussex, including Elmer
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, finished with lemon wedges. It’s usually the most photographed pan.
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron, and it is a crowd-pleaser.
Elmer questions
How far is Elmer from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Nicholas Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Can paella be the only main course?
Paella is a meal in itself. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
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.
How we price paella catering
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
- 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