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Paella Party Catering in Washington
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Washington. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Family reunions
- Naming days and christenings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Planning an event in Washington?
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you are 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 Washington stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- 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
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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Paella party catering in Washington, cooked live
A paella party works in most gardens, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a picture if you are unsure. Typical bookings include leaving dos and retirements and summer garden parties, serving mixed paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella.
A country party near Washington is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Location
- Washington (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Common questions in Washington
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you cover Washington?
We do. We cook at events in Washington and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Of course. Children usually love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Party venues around Washington
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Washington. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Washington to Brighton (13 miles away).
Historic houses near Washington include Parham House (3.9 miles west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Washington is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH20, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Not far away are Chanctonbury Hill.
- Schools near Washington include Windlesham House School (1.2 miles south-west) and Rydon Community College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Frankland Arms Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Warn the neighbours
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Places near Washington
Also in Washington
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Washington
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Events we cater in Washington
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Family reunions
- Garden get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement celebrations
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Travel and parking costs
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
What paella party catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
- 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