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Wedding Paella Catering for Graffham 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 Graffham.
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Blessings and vow renewals
Book wedding paella catering in Graffham
For event organisers in Graffham
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding paella catering in Graffham, made fresh on the day
Paella as evening food is popular: hot, filling and served quickly from the pan, so the party keeps going. We cook table tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and Spanish desserts, and typical bookings are for evening wedding food and parties after a register office wedding.
A wedding in a small place like Graffham often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Graffham (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
Evening guests can be served from fresh pans later on, timed for after the first dance.
Spanish desserts, or your own wedding cake, finish the meal.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
Questions from Graffham
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Graffham too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is paella smart enough for a wedding?
Served well, it feels generous and special: canapés, table tapas, good crockery and staff serving the tables.
What does wedding paella catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you come to Graffham?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Graffham and the rest of West Sussex. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Who books wedding paella catering in Graffham?
It’s a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where a plated meal can be hard to pull off.
Whatever you are celebrating in Graffham, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Big weddings with every diet
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
Historic houses near Graffham include Cowdray House (3.5 miles north-west) and Bignor Roman Villa (4.1 miles south-east). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- How long the team stays
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Graffham
Graffham is about 9 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cater weddings at homes, gardens and venues in Graffham and the surrounding area. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Graffham to Guildford (21 miles away).
Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church of St Giles often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive. For outdoor photos, Graffham Common is close by, and the countryside around Graffham suits an outdoor reception. With the South Downs National Park within about 4 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
We cover weddings in every part of the GU28 postcode area. Streets in the area include Guillods Cottages and St Giles Place, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include East Lavington (1 mile south-east), Duncton (2 miles east), Selham (2 miles north), South Ambersham (2 miles north) and Rotherbridge (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south-west), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (13 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Coultershaw Heritage Site (3.1 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Graffham include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Local pubs include The Woodman pub (less than half a mile south)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Buffets can mean food sitting for a while. Paella is served hot from the pan. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A clear, itemised quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. For a summer wedding in Graffham, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, which means evening paella is usually served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 4:00pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Canapé tapas
Small bites carried round on boards while guests mingle, ideal for the drinks reception.
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served hot and generous.
- 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