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Paella party catering in Westdene, Brighton and Hove
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Westdene and across Brighton and Hove.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Westdene
Paella party catering in Westdene, made fresh on the day
A paella party works in most gardens, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you’re unsure. For wakes and memorial gatherings and anniversary celebrations, we can cook seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
For a party in Westdene, your garden is often the best venue. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will bring everything else. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Westdene (BN1, BN3)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Occasions we cook for in Westdene
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Westdene:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, Preston Park station is about 1 mile away.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- The deposit and payment dates
- When final numbers are due
Towns and villages near Westdene
Other catering in Westdene
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Waiting and bar staff
- The number of people
- Starters, canapés and desserts
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 will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Questions from Westdene
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.
What’s the nearest station to Westdene for guests?
Preston Park station, about 1 mile south of the centre.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what you need and we will include it in the quote.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. For a late-May party in Westdene, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
Paella compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
About the dishes
Churros
All ages love churros.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Party venues around Westdene
Westdene is about 2 miles north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Westdene and the surrounding area. We cover 30 places in Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Preston Manor & Gardens (1.3 miles south-east) and Portslade Manor (2.7 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of the Ascension, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Westdene is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. The coast is within about 3 miles, so seafood paella often features, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
Paella party catering in BN1 and BN3 is planned around your venue and timings. Your party could be at a home on Mill Road, Croft Road and London Road. With the A27 close by, Westdene is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Patcham (1 mile north-east), Withdean (1 mile south-east), Waterhall (1 mile north), Preston (1 mile south-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (3 miles south-east), Bevendean (3 miles south-east) and Saltdean (7 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Clayton Castle (3.5 miles north) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Ladies Mile and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Patcham High School (0.8 miles east) and Varndean College (0.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Sportsman pub (0.5 miles south)
Where we can cook in Westdene
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- 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