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Paella Party Catering for Three Leg Cross events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Three Leg Cross.
- Family get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Live paella party catering in Three Leg Cross
Paella party catering in Three Leg Cross, made fresh on the day
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. We’re frequently asked to cater baby celebrations and family get-togethers, with tapas, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
Country parties near Three Leg Cross suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Three Leg Cross (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Three Leg Cross
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Three Leg Cross is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of people
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Who books paella party catering in Three Leg Cross?
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Naming days and christenings
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
If guests are coming by rail, Stonegate station is about 3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Travel and parking costs
- Payment terms and deposit
- How long the team stays
Hosting a paella party in Three Leg Cross
Three Leg Cross is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. From the centre of Three Leg Cross to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 28 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as St Mary's Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (2.6 miles north) and Wadhurst Castle (3.2 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Three Leg Cross is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the TN5 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Three Leg Cross for paella party catering include Ticehurst (1 mile south-east), Stonecrouch (1 mile north-east), Flimwell (2 miles east), Kilndown (2 miles north) and Bedgebury Cross (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south), Hailsham (15 miles south-west), Crowborough (10 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Old Scotney Castle (2.5 miles north) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.4 miles north). Not far away are Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Drinks service on request
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
Three Leg Cross: your questions answered
Is Three Leg Cross too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Will the neighbours notice?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Normally, if there’s outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, East Sussex included. See all areas.
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
- 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