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Wedding Paella Catering for Fulking events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in Fulking. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Big weddings with every diet
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Wedding paella catering near Fulking
About the dishes
Desserts
To finish: Spanish desserts or your own cake.
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking.
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Fulking
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous and celebratory. We are frequently asked to cater weddings with lots of dietary needs and receptions after an intimate ceremony, serving table tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and Spanish desserts.
Rural weddings around Fulking have a magic of their own, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Fulking (BN5)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Fulking
What else we do in Fulking
Fulking: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Fulking for guests?
Portslade station, about 3.9 miles south of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Fulking?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Can you cater the whole day?
We can cater as much or as little of the day as you like, from the drinks reception to the evening.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many staff you need
- Timings and hours
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The number of people
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Fulking?
Mixed diets are easy, which matters with a big guest list.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Evening wedding food
Couples marrying at local churches such as The Church of the Holy Trinity often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it is ready as guests arrive.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Food vans can create long queues. Paella pans serve many guests quickly. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Catering across West Sussex, including Fulking
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Fulking
Fulking is about 4 miles north-west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. Anywhere in BN5, we will come to your venue or garden. Fulking is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 6 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (3.3 miles south) and Preston Manor & Gardens (4.7 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. For outdoor photos, Truleigh Hill is close by, and the countryside around Fulking suits an outdoor reception. With the South Downs National Park within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue. The sea is within about 5 miles, perfect for a seafood paella wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
Wedding paella catering in BN5 is planned around your venue and timings. Other places close to Fulking for wedding paella catering include Poynings (1 mile north-east), Hangleton (3 miles south), Castle Town (3 miles west), Portslade (3 miles south) and Kingston by Sea (4 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north), Worthing (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (3.7 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (3.7 miles south). Not far away are Truleigh Hill and Woods Mill.
- Pubs nearby include The Shepherd And Dog Public House (within half a mile south-west)
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. For a summer wedding in Fulking, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so an evening paella for evening guests is typically served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We check availability for your date.
- You pick the courses and dishes.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Decide whether guests queue at the pans or are served at the tables
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Connect us with your coordinator
Evening guests can be served from fresh pans later on, usually timed after the first dance.
Spanish desserts, or your own wedding cake, finish the meal.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Evening 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