East Sussex · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Etchingham events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Etchingham.
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Food for evening guests
- Blessings and vow renewals
Planning an event in Etchingham?
How our wedding paella catering works in Etchingham
A wedding paella is food and entertainment at once. Guests drift over to watch the pans while the photos are being taken, and the meal arrives hot and generous. Whether it’s food for evening guests and weddings with a Spanish theme, we can cook evening paella, canapé tapas and Spanish desserts for your guests.
Near Etchingham, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Etchingham (TN19)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Pick a serving style
The pans are often set up where guests can see them, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Canapés during the photos keep hunger at bay.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Waiting and bar staff
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Etchingham
Etchingham is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Give us the address of your wedding in Etchingham, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Etchingham is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Etchingham to Brighton (about 28 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Bateman's (2.8 miles south-west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas and St Mary frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 3 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN19, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Your wedding could be at a home on High Street, Oxenbridge Lane and Church Hill or the roads around them. We also cook at weddings in Burgh Hill (1 mile north-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-east), Silver Hill (2 miles east), Cooper's Corner (2 miles north-east) and Ticehurst (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south-east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Etchingham includes Bewl Water.
- Nearby schools include Robertsbridge Community College (1.9 miles south-east)
Common questions in Etchingham
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Which station should guests use for Etchingham?
Etchingham has its own station: Etchingham station.
Can we have a tasting?
Ask us when you enquire and we will explain the options.
What if photos overrun?
Tell us and we will adjust. We keep in touch with your venue on the day and time the rice so it’s served at its best.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
For event organisers in Etchingham
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Golden-hour photos in Etchingham at midsummer come around 9:15pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Paella compared with other options
Live paella is less formal than a plated meal, but with the right extras it feels just as special. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why Etchingham hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
A closer look at the menu
Canapé tapas
Canapés keep guests happy between the ceremony and the meal, without spoiling appetites.
Desserts
Spanish desserts from churros to crema catalana, or your cake as dessert.
Nearby places to Etchingham
What else we do in Etchingham
- 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