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Paella Catering for Wick events
Looking for paella catering in Wick? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Milestone birthday parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella catering near Wick
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
Paella catering in Wick, made fresh on the day
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. When it’s ready, it’s served straight from the pan. Typical bookings include wedding breakfasts and evening food and naming days and family parties, with vegetable paella, seafood paella and paella Valenciana.
There may be a hall or club near Wick if your garden is small; any can work for paella, with permission and somewhere outside to cook. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Wick (BN17)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price paella catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Make sure most guests can sit to eat
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
Paella is at its best straight from the pan, so we serve when guests are ready.
We can add sangria and bar staff to serve drinks you provide.
Catering an event in Wick
Wick is about 1 mile north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For paella catering in Wick, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Wick is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 18 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Littlehampton station is about 0.8 miles away. Parks such as Mewsbrook Park typically 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 Wick, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours. The coast is within about 2 miles of Wick, so a seafood pan is a popular choice. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
Anywhere in BN17, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Joyce Close, Willow Brook and Wheatcroft or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Main roads around Wick include the B2284, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lyminster (1 mile north), Toddington (1 mile east), Littlehampton (1 mile south-east), Climping (1 mile south-west) and Ford (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (7 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles west), Chichester (10 miles west), Selsey (12 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles east) and Lancing (10 miles east).
A little further out are Zachary Merton Hospital (2.3 miles south-east) and Rustington Museum (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include The Littlehampton Academy (0.8 miles south-east) and Littlehampton College (0.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Locomotive Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Why choose live paella in Wick?
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Events in Wick and across West Sussex
Common questions in Wick
Is Wick close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
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 for them.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the pans, burners and ingredients. You provide a suitable spot and access.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
It is ideal. Big pans feed plenty of people, and service from the pan is quick.
Do you cover Wick?
Yes, we do. Wick is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Nearby places to Wick
What else we do in Wick
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. Planning an evening event in Wick? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- A week or so before, we confirm the plan.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Wick, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
About the dishes
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: artichokes, beans, peppers and saffron.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Wick? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
- 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