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Live paella catering in Hangleton, Brighton and Hove
Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Hangleton: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Milestone birthday parties
- Festivals, fairs and school events
Planning an event in Hangleton?
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Hangleton
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
About our paella catering in Hangleton
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, starting with a slow sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. We cook mixed paella, vegan paella and paella Valenciana, and typical bookings are for christenings and family gatherings and big birthdays.
A place like Hangleton often has a hall, a club or a pub garden nearby; any can work for paella, with permission and somewhere outside to cook. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Location
- Hangleton (BN3, BN41)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. In Hangleton, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Catering an event in Hangleton
Hangleton is about 1 mile north-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. For paella catering in Hangleton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Hangleton. Hangleton is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover.
Parks such as Benfield Hill typically need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. For guests coming by train, Portslade station is about 1 mile away. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Hangleton, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking. The coast is within about 4 miles of Hangleton, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Coastal wind means we plan a sheltered spot.
Anywhere in BN3 and BN41, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Meads Avenue, Warenne Road and Burwash Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. With the A2038 close by, Hangleton is easy for us to reach with everything for your event. For events just outside Hangleton, we cover Portslade (1 mile south-west), Southwick (2 miles south-west), Kingston by Sea (2 miles west), Fulking (3 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), West Hill (3 miles south-east), Brunswick (3 miles south-east) and Seven Dials (3 miles south-east).
A little further out are Clayton Castle (4.7 miles north-east) and British Engineerium (1.1 miles east). Not far away are Ladies Mile and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Schools near Hangleton include Blatchington Mill School and Sixth Form College (0.9 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Downsman pub (within half a mile north-east)
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Hangleton? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Hangleton: your questions answered
Can you cook near the sea around Hangleton?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Can you cook in Benfield Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you come to Hangleton?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Hangleton and across Brighton and Hove. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
What seafood can we have?
Seafood choices are agreed when we plan the menu.
Paella compared with other options
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Events in Hangleton and across Brighton and Hove
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
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Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Make sure most guests can sit to eat
After service, we pack down our cooking area.
Finish with churros, crema catalana or tarta de Santiago.
About the dishes
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan.
Black rice
Black rice looks dramatic and tastes of the sea.
What affects the price in Hangleton
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- The paellas you choose
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are 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