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Paella party catering in Dallington, East Sussex
Planning paella party catering in Dallington? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Big birthdays
Planning an event in Dallington?
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests typically gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it’s light in Dallington until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Paella party catering for your party in Dallington
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. On the menu are churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella, and we are regularly asked to cater wakes and memorial gatherings and garden parties and summer barbecues.
Country parties near Dallington suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated.
- Where
- Dallington (TN21)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
How we price paella party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
Places near Dallington
What else we do in Dallington
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Dallington questions
Is Dallington close to London?
About 43 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Dallington?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you cater in Dallington?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Dallington and across East Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
Will the neighbours notice?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it is a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We will check availability straight away.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan seats for most guests
- Have cover ready for a shower
We are set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Dallington parties: what to know
Dallington is about 7 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Dallington or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Dallington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Dallington to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
Historic houses near Dallington include Bateman's (3.1 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Dallington is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in TN21, we can cook for your guests. Other places close to Dallington for paella party catering include Wood's Corner (1 mile east), Rushlake Green (2 miles west), Punnett's Town (2 miles north-west), Brownbread Street (3 miles south-east) and Burwash Common (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (7 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles north-west) and St Leonards (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are Old Castle (within half a mile west) and Hellingly Hospital (5.6 miles south-west).
About the dishes
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Who books paella party catering in Dallington?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Leaving dos and retirements
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Giles, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- How long the team stays
- Who provides the crockery
- Space, access and power needs
- 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