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Paella Party Catering in Worthing
Planning paella party catering in Worthing? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Birthday parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Planning an event in Worthing?
Paella party catering in Worthing, made fresh on the day
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. Whether it’s family reunions and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of mixed paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella.
A large place like Worthing has lots of party venues, but home is often the best venue of all. Let us know about parking and access. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Area
- Worthing (BN13, BN11, BN14, BN12)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Worthing parties: what to know
Worthing is in West Sussex. For paella party catering in Worthing, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cover 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 12 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, West Worthing station is about 0.5 miles away. Historic houses near Worthing include Ecclesden Manor (3.1 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Near the coast, within about 2 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN13, BN11, BN14 and BN12. Whether your party is on Church Road, Market Place and High Street or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Worthing sits on or near the A24 and A27, which makes travel to your party easy. Close by, we cover parties in Salvington (1 mile north), Offington (1 mile north-east), Broadwater (1 mile east), Findon Valley (2 miles north) and East Worthing (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east), Lancing (3 miles east) and Rustington (5 miles west). As one of the bigger places in West Sussex, Worthing has plenty of venues and gardens for parties.
A little further out are The Acre (1.2 miles south-east) and Old Castle (under half a mile east). Open spaces near Worthing include Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.
- Nearby schools include Thomas A Becket First School (under half a mile north-east) and Thomas A Becket Infant School (within half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The George And Dragon Public House (within half a mile east)
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Worthing? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. A summer party in Worthing stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Live paella or other catering?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Who books paella party catering in Worthing?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Worthing, people book us for events such as:
- Retirement celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Family reunions
- Summer garden parties
After a christening at a church like St Andrew's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- Any travel, parking or access charges
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Nearby places to Worthing
Other catering in Worthing
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Give separate numbers for children
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Worthing
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Worthing questions
How far is Worthing from London?
About 48 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Frequently, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
- 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