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Paella Party Catering for Chiltington events
Planning paella party catering in Chiltington? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family reunions
Paella party catering in Chiltington
About our paella party catering in Chiltington
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We cook churros, vegetable paella and tapas, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and big birthdays.
A country party near Chiltington is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
- Location
- Chiltington (BN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Plan where rubbish goes
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans, from a safe distance.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
The process
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That’s how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Chiltington is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Related guides
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Party venues around Chiltington
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Chiltington or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Chiltington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 7 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Cooksbridge station, about 1.3 miles south-east. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Chiltington, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the BN7 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Other places close to Chiltington for paella party catering include East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). Not far away are Blackcap and Malling Down.
Common questions in Chiltington
Is Chiltington too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
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 work to whatever the site needs.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
What paella party catering costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Parking and unloading
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Chiltington, and we will put together a menu and price.
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.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Why choose live paella in Chiltington?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why Chiltington hosts choose us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Catering across East Sussex, including Chiltington
- Fast service from the pan
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Nearby places to Chiltington
What else we do in Chiltington
About the dishes
Churros
All ages love churros.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Events we cater in Chiltington
It is sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Chiltington:
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Celebrations of life
Nearby historic houses include Anne of Cleves House (3.7 miles south) and Glyndebourne (4.9 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
- When final numbers are due
- 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