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Paella party catering in Lidsey, West Sussex
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Lidsey and the surrounding area.
- Summer garden parties
- Big family gatherings
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Lidsey?
About our paella party catering in Lidsey
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Whether it is retirement and leaving parties and family reunions, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, tapas and mixed paella and more.
Country parties near Lidsey suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Area
- Lidsey (PO22)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Lidsey
Can you cook near the sea around Lidsey?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Is Lidsey too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Will the neighbours notice?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue, and it is a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Lidsey.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Catering across West Sussex, including Lidsey
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Nearby places to Lidsey
What else we do in Lidsey
Dishes our guests love
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
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 at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
What affects the price in Lidsey
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we’re needed on site
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning a party in Lidsey
Lidsey is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We bring paella party catering to homes, gardens and venues in Lidsey. Lidsey is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 23 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (4.9 miles north-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The coast is within about 3 miles, so seafood paella frequently features.
We cater parties across the PO22 postcode area. Streets in the area include Lidsey Road and Sack Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Shripney (1 mile south-west), Westergate (1 mile north), Eastergate (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile north-east) and Barnham (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Tote Copse Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.6 miles south).
- Nearby schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (1.3 miles north-east)
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Let the neighbours know
Children love watching the paella cook.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Who books paella party catering in Lidsey?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Whatever you are celebrating in Lidsey, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Milestone birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family reunions
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Parks such as The Brooks Local Nature Reserve typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if it rains
- What the price includes, item by item
- Allergen information for each dish
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Lidsey is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
Planning paella party catering in Lidsey? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
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- 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