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Paella party catering in Stedham, West Sussex
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Stedham and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Family get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering near Stedham
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Stedham
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Paella party catering in Stedham, made fresh on the day
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. Typical bookings include big family gatherings and garden parties and summer barbecues, with churros, seafood paella and mixed paella.
Near Stedham, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Stedham (GU29)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. For a late-May party in Stedham, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Stedham, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Planning a party in Stedham
Stedham is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Stedham or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. We cook right across the region, from Stedham to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (1.8 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Stedham, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across the GU29 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on The Street, The Alley and Queens Street or a nearby road, we can cook there. For parties just outside Stedham, we cover Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). The countryside around Stedham includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Nearby schools include Midhurst Rother College (1.6 miles east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Is live paella right for your party?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Catering across West Sussex, including Stedham
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Stedham
Can you cook at venues 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 Stedham too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Often, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
How early should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of people
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
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, use our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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