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Paella catering in RH17
We cater across all of the RH17 postcode district, which takes in Cuckfield, Ardingly and Whitemans Green. The paella is cooked fresh in front of your guests.
Book live paella in RH17
Areas within RH17
- Cuckfield
- Ardingly
- Whitemans Green
- Balcombe
- Handcross
- Horsted Keynes
- Scaynes Hill
- Danehill
- Wivelsfield Green
- Bolney
- Chelwood Common
- Wivelsfield
- Ansty
- Chelwood Gate
- Warninglid
- Staplefield
- Brook Street
- Crosspost
- Colwood
- Balcombe Lane
- Highbrook
- Little London
- Slaugham
- Slough Green
- Twineham Green
- Twineham
- Hickstead
- Birchgrove
- Haywards Heath
Catering in RH17
- Corporate paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Festival & event paella
- Wedding paella catering
- Live paella catering
- See all our catering
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Paella catering across RH17
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, followed by stock, saffron and rice. Typical bookings include community events and fairs and garden parties and summer barbecues, serving mixed paella, vegan paella and black rice.
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Pricing in RH17
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Local landmarks in Cuckfield
In Cuckfield, that can mean a party near The Rose And Crown Public House, Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Warden Park School, among other places. You’ll also find Warden Park School (within half a mile south-east) and Holy Trinity Church (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 1.5 miles east. A little further out are Waterbury Castle (4.8 miles north-east) and Cuckfield Museum (less than half a mile south-west). Open spaces near Cuckfield include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Live paella across RH17: what to know
From Haywards Heath, Cuckfield and Ardingly to 27 villages and hamlets, events across RH17 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella suits every kind of setting. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground. The High Weald National Landscape is within easy reach of places across RH17, so check venue rules on vehicles and cooking for countryside events.
Cuckfield: If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Holy Trinity Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Haywards Heath station, about 1.5 miles east. In Cuckfield, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
What affects the price in RH17
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Where the event is
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ask for labels on each pan
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Mention any other courses or food
- Have seats for most of your guests
Once everyone is fed, we clear our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
We can add sangria and bar staff to serve drinks you provide.
What’s in the pans
Paella Valenciana
The original paella from Valencia is a countryside dish of chicken and vegetables, not seafood. It’s frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Black rice
Black rice looks dramatic and tastes of the sea, and is popular with adventurous guests.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want something different from the usual buffet or roast, live paella adds colour, smell and theatre.
Questions to ask before you book
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
- Space, access and power needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Events we cater in RH17
Live paella is food and a show in one. The pans become a focal point, and the food itself is hot and plentiful.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in RH17 book us for occasions like:
- Community events and fairs
- Milestone birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Staff parties and work lunches
Questions from RH17
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, West Sussex included. See all areas.
Is paella enough as a main?
Yes. With bread and salad, paella is a complete main.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
What does paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
What equipment do you bring?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You provide a suitable spot and access.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
- 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