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Paella party catering in Broad Oak, East Sussex
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Broad Oak. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
- Family get-togethers
Planning an event in Broad Oak?
FAQs for Broad Oak
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.
Is Broad Oak close to London?
About 48 miles from central London, and well within our area.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Normally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a picture of the space.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How our paella party catering works in Broad Oak
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children normally love a simple chicken paella. We’re often asked to cater family reunions and wakes and memorial gatherings, serving churros, mixed paella and tapas.
Country parties near Broad Oak suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Where
- Broad Oak (TN31)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The length of service
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
The process
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Broad Oak stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Nearby places to Broad Oak
Other catering in Broad Oak
Party venues around Broad Oak
Broad Oak is about 6 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Broad Oak or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Broad Oak is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 31 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Great Dixter (3.3 miles north) and Durhamford Manor (3.5 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St George, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Near the coast, within about 6 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice.
We cook at parties all over the TN31 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a party in a garden on Pond Close, Reedswood Road and The Orchard or the roads around them. Being close to the B2089, Broad Oak is simple for us to get to. If your venue is just outside Broad Oak, we also cover Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-east), Broadland Row (1 mile east), Doleham (2 miles south), Udimore (2 miles east) and Beckley (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (6 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Nortons Farm Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (4.7 miles south). The countryside around Broad Oak includes Flatropers Wood.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Broad Oak? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have bins ready
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Count adults and children separately
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Why choose paella party catering in Broad Oak?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Broad Oak, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Doleham station, about 2.2 miles south.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella in Broad Oak
- Catering across East Sussex, including Broad Oak
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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