Brighton and Hove · England
Live paella catering in Moulsecoomb, Brighton and Hove
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 Moulsecoomb.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Staff parties and work lunches
Paella catering for Moulsecoomb events
Paella catering in Moulsecoomb, made fresh on the day
We cook every paella from scratch on the day, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. We are often asked to cater garden get-togethers and big birthdays, serving seafood paella, vegetable paella and paella Valenciana.
Around Moulsecoomb, events are often in gardens, local halls or nearby venues. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the van. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Location
- Moulsecoomb (BN2, BN1)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we offer
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
Paella compared with other options
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together. 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.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Confirm allergies by email
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
After service, we pack down our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Evenings in Moulsecoomb stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Your questions about paella catering in Moulsecoomb
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cook in Wild Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Are premium seafood options available?
We’ll talk through seafood options when we plan your menu.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How we price paella catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we are needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A photo of the space, if you can
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Live paella in Moulsecoomb: local details
Moulsecoomb is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Wherever your event is in the BN2 area, we can bring the pans to you. Moulsecoomb is one of 30 places in Brighton and Hove we cover.
Nearby historic houses include Preston Manor & Gardens (1.8 miles west) and Royal Pavilion (2.1 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you’re booking one. Parks such as Wild Park usually need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Moulsecoomb. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours. Moulsecoomb 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.
We cover events in every part of BN2 and BN1. Local streets include Natal Road, Lewes Road and The Avenue; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in Bevendean (1 mile south-east), Hollingdean (1 mile west), Hollingbury (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Brighton and Hove (4 miles west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (4 miles west), Hangleton (4 miles west), Saltdean (4 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Churchill Square (2.3 miles south-west) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bevendean Down and Newmarket Hill.
- Nearby schools include Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bevy pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include University of Sussex Library (1.5 miles north-east)
Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, not seafood. It is frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together, for guests who want a bit of everything.
For event organisers in Moulsecoomb
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Perfect for your event in Moulsecoomb
It needs no kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Moulsecoomb Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
- Whether travel is included
- 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