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Corporate Paella Catering in Blindley Heath
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events for events in Blindley Heath.
- Charity and fundraising events
- Team-building days
- Christmas and end-of-year parties
Live corporate paella catering in Blindley Heath
Corporate paella catering for your work event in Blindley Heath
Colleagues gather to watch the pans, and service from the pan keeps queues short. On the menu are Spanish desserts, vegan and vegetarian paella and canapé tapas, and typical bookings are for company summer parties and charity days.
An away day near Blindley Heath is a good fit for live paella: it needs no kitchen, just a level spot and access. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
Work events in Blindley Heath: access and travel
Blindley Heath is about 5 miles north of East Grinstead, in Surrey. Anywhere in RH7, we will come to your venue or garden. We cater in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Blindley Heath to London (21 miles away).
Blindley Heath is about 21 miles from central London, so it is a practical spot for away days and team events. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside.
Here we cover the RH7 and RH9 postcode area, and we can cater your work event anywhere in it. Local streets include Eastbourne Road, St John's Meadow and Langsmead; a work event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater work events in Whitewood (1 mile south-west), Horne (1 mile south-west), Lingfield Common (2 miles south-east), Lingfield (2 miles south-east) and Newchapel (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles west), Redhill (6 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles north-west) and Caterham (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (3.6 miles east) and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic (4.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Blindley Heath include Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
- Local pubs include The Jolly Farmer pub (1 mile south-west)
Nearby places to Blindley Heath
More for events in Blindley Heath
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. December events in Blindley Heath are in the dark from about 3:55pm, so plan lighting where we cook. A summer party has daylight until about 9:20pm.
- We check the date and venue.
- You choose paellas, canapés and extras.
- We provide the paperwork.
- The paella cooks as your team gathers.
- Fast service, then we clear away.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your work event, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from Blindley Heath
Could we have live paella in Lingfield Wildlife Area?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you feed everyone quickly?
Yes. Paella is served straight from the pan, and we plan pans and serving points around your timings.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Buffets can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Blindley Heath hosts choose us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Fast service from the pan
- Events in Blindley Heath and across Surrey
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Bowl food
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Canapé tapas
- Drinks service
- Desserts
- Paella lunches
Occasions we cook for in Blindley Heath
It is perfect for summer parties, alongside games and music.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Away days and office lunches
- Charity and fundraising events
- Conference lunches
- Team-building days
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: Godstone station is about 1.5 miles away.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- When final numbers are due
- Who provides the crockery
What affects the price in Blindley Heath
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The paellas you choose
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Planning corporate paella catering in Blindley Heath? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask what the venue requires from caterers
- Add a diet question to the sign-up form
- Make sure there are plenty of soft drinks
- Tell us how long the food break is
Staff can circulate with canapés or bowls.
Crockery and staff can be added.
- 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