West Sussex · England
Paella party catering in Ingrams Green, West Sussex
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Ingrams Green: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
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About our paella party catering in Ingrams Green
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 seafood paella, mixed paella and tapas, and typical bookings are for naming days and christenings and leaving dos and retirements.
A country party near Ingrams Green is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Ingrams Green (GU29)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ingrams Green
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Ingrams Green questions
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Ingrams Green?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
Is my garden big enough?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. Send us a picture.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Warn the neighbours
- Have enough chairs for most guests
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. A summer party in Ingrams Green stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning a party in Ingrams Green
Ingrams Green is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Ingrams Green and nearby villages. Ingrams Green is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 21 miles away.
The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Ingrams Green, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in GU29, we plan around your venue and timings. Nearby, we also cater parties in Elsted Marsh (1 mile west), Didling (1 mile south), Dumpford (1 mile north-west), Trotton (1 mile north) and Elsted (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Emsworth (11 miles south-west), Billingshurst (15 miles east), Portfield (10 miles south) and Yapton (14 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Midhurst Museum (2.8 miles east). Not far away are Iping and Stedham Commons.
Towns and villages near Ingrams Green
More for events in Ingrams Green
Who books paella party catering in Ingrams Green?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Ingrams Green, people book us for occasions like:
- Christenings and naming days
- Big birthdays
- Big family gatherings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (3.1 miles east) and Uppark (4.3 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before you book anyone
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Who provides the crockery
- The deadline for final numbers
- How bad weather is handled
What affects the price in Ingrams Green
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
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.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Ingrams Green
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.
Venues frequently have their own rules about 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