West Sussex · England
Paella catering in PO22
We cook at events in every part of the PO22 postcode district, which takes in Middleton-on-Sea, Elmer and Felpham. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Book live paella in PO22
Towns and villages in PO22
Catering in PO22
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: fill in our quote form.
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Elsewhere in West Sussex
Every town in West Sussex
Areas we cover
How paella catering works in PO22
Live paella catering means we bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients to your event and cook in front of your guests. When it is ready, it is served straight from the pan. We’re frequently asked to cater leaving dos and retirements and wedding breakfasts and evening food, with vegetable paella, black rice and chicken and chorizo paella.
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan a menu that covers every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Prices in PO22
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella
- Fast service from the pan
- Events in PO22 and across West Sussex
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Landmarks near Middleton-on-Sea
You’ll find us cooking near Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham Community College and St Nicholas Church. Middleton-on-Sea’s nearest station is Bognor Regis station, about 2.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Bognor Regis Museum (2.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (4.2 miles north-west).
Catering events across PO22
From Bognor Regis, South Bersted and Middleton-on-Sea to 5 villages and hamlets, events across PO22 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella works in all of them. Town events mean planning parking; village events mean planning access. 10 of the places we cover in PO22 are within about 6 miles of the sea, where we always plan shelter from the wind.
Middleton-on-Sea: School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, can book us as a food stall. For guests coming by train, Bognor Regis station is about 2.5 miles away. Evenings in Middleton-on-Sea stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
What paella catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Next to a hog roast or barbecue, paella makes vegetarian, vegan and halal guests easier to cater for, thanks to separate pans. It is served quickly from the pan, so queues move.
Questions to ask before you book
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for each dish
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if it rains
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Ensure each pan is labelled
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can enjoy your guests.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Questions from PO22
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
What seafood can we have?
Seafood choices are agreed when we plan the menu, including premium options if you want them.
Which paella is most popular?
That depends on who’s coming. A chicken or mixed paella is generally the most popular, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
- 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