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Paella Catering in Hoyle
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Hoyle. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Community events and fairs
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
Paella catering in Hoyle
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Around midsummer it stays light in Hoyle until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
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How our paella catering works in Hoyle
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. Once it’s ready, we serve it hot from the pan. Whether it is milestone birthday parties and weddings, from canapés to evening food, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, paella Valenciana and seafood paella.
For a rural spot like Hoyle, the countryside is part of the appeal: a paella cooking in a garden or field feels right at home. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Hoyle (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hoyle
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against 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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Hoyle questions
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Hoyle?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
How much does paella catering cost in Hoyle?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is paella a full meal?
It is a full meal on its own. Tapas and desserts can be added if you like.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Which paella is most popular?
That depends on who’s coming. A chicken or mixed paella is generally the most popular, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
Is live paella right for your event?
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Hoyle
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Catering across West Sussex, including Hoyle
- A quote that spells everything out
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
What affects the price in Hoyle
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
- Waiting and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- What the venue already provides
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
- Which courses you have in mind
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
More for events in Hoyle
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Put allergy details in writing
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch with your venue about timings.
Add canapé tapas with the drinks or table tapas as a starter as the rice cooks.
Paella catering around Hoyle
Hoyle is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Hoyle to the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Hoyle is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 21 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (2.2 miles north-west) and West Dean House (4.6 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. For a christening or wedding at a church such as The Parish Church of St James, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Hoyle, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
We cover events in every part of the GU29 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Heyshott (1 mile south-west), Heyshott Green (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (2 miles north-west), West Lavington (2 miles north-west) and Cocking (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (13 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Hoyle includes Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Nearby, you’ll find Unicorn Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Dishes our guests love
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, and is normally served with alioli. It’s a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, cooked until the rice is golden. It’s the pan people photograph.
Perfect for your event in Hoyle
People book live paella because it’s food and entertainment at once. The pans become a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Hoyle book us for events such as:
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Leaving dos and retirements
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Midhurst Rother College, can book us as a food stall.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What happens if it rains
- 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