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Paella Party Catering for Lewes events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Lewes and across East Sussex.
- Christenings and naming days
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
Paella party catering for Lewes events
How our paella party catering works in Lewes
A paella party works in most gardens, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. Typical bookings include family get-togethers and garden parties and summer barbecues, with churros, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Birthdays, christenings and summer parties in Lewes frequently happen at home or in a local hall. Paella works in either, given some outdoor or ventilated space. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Lewes (BN7, BN8, BN6, RH15)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Count adults and children separately
- Warn the neighbours
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
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Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Is live paella right for your party?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Questions from Lewes
Which station should guests use for Lewes?
Lewes station, about 0.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John sub Castro?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Do you cater for children?
Paella is popular with children, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we will check.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what you need and we will include it in the quote.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Who books paella party catering in Lewes?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there’s little waste.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Big family gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Thinking of a party in Railway Land? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Travel and parking costs
- If the price includes VAT
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Lewes parties: what to know
Lewes is about 7 miles north-east of Brighton, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Lewes or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Lewes is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Lewes to Brighton (about 7 miles away).
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Lewes can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook. Nearby historic houses include Anne of Cleves House (0.6 miles south) and Glyndebourne (2.6 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Lewes is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN7, BN8, BN6 and RH15. From Market Lane, Market Street and High Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. With the A26 and A275 close by, Lewes is easy for us to reach for your party. For parties just outside Lewes, we cover South Malling (1 mile north-east), Southover (1 mile south-east), Cliffe (1 mile east), Offham (1 mile north-west) and Hamsey (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (6 miles south). Lewes is one of the larger places we cover in East Sussex, with plenty of venues for parties.
Nearby you’ll also find Lewes Castle (less than half a mile south) and St John under the Castle Lewes (less than half a mile north). Not far away are Offham Hill and Malling Down.
- Nearby schools include St Pancras Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile south-west) and Priory School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Elephant and Castle pub (less than half a mile south-east)
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, 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.
What affects the price in Lewes
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. A summer party in Lewes stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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