East Sussex · England
Paella Party Catering for Burlow events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Burlow. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Baby celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Live paella party catering in Burlow
How our paella party catering works in Burlow
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, churros and tapas, and we’re often booked for retirement and leaving parties and neighbourhood celebrations.
In a small place like Burlow, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Burlow (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Burlow questions
Is Burlow close to London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, East Sussex included. Find your area.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We will check availability right away.
Is my garden big enough?
Normally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a picture of the space.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Party venues around Burlow
Burlow is about 4 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Burlow and nearby villages. Burlow is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Christ Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Burlow, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in TN21, we can cook for your guests. From Chiddingly Road and The Hedgerows or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. For parties just outside Burlow, we cover Horam (1 mile north-east), Gun Hill (1 mile south-west), Lions Green (1 mile north-west), Hale Green (1 mile south-west) and Vines Cross (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Hailsham (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Tickerage Castle (4.8 miles north-west) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
- Pubs nearby include The May Garland Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Plan seats for most guests
- Have cover ready for a shower
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Occasions we cook for in Burlow
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Birthday parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Nearby historic houses include Horselunges Manor (2.8 miles south) and Michelham Priory (4.5 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Questions to ask before you book
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What happens if it rains
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
Also in Burlow
Working with your venue
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. At midsummer, it is light in Burlow until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you are a guest too. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
- 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