Buckinghamshire · England
Corporate Paella Catering in Hartwell
Bring the theatre of live paella to your work event in Hartwell. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Christmas parties
- Open days and launches
- Team days
Corporate paella catering in Hartwell
Is live paella right for your work event?
Sandwiches are easy but forgettable. Live paella is an event in itself. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A quote that spells everything out
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Corporate paella catering in Hartwell, made fresh on the day
We plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so even a big team eats quickly. We are often asked to cater team lunches and company summer parties, with paella lunches, bowl food and vegan and vegetarian paella.
For rural venues near Hartwell, live paella brings a hot meal to wherever the team is. Let us know about access and parking. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Where
- Hartwell (HP17)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan and vegetarian pans
A real main for vegetarians and vegans, in its own pan.
Paella lunches
Two or three paellas served from the pan, quick to serve to a big team.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Tell us how long the food break is
- Confirm live cooking with facilities
- Have water and soft drinks available
- Plan shade and seating for outdoor events
We keep the cooking area tidy and contained.
Bar staff and sangria on request.
What corporate paella catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- How many staff you need
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Guest numbers
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Your questions about corporate paella catering in Hartwell
Is Hartwell close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you feed everyone quickly?
That is one of paella’s strengths. Share the timings and we will plan for them.
Do you cook at offices in central London?
Often, yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or well-ventilated space and the building allows it. We will check with your facilities team.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can the team help cook?
Teams frequently enjoy watching and asking questions. Talk to us about what you have in mind.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Places near Hartwell
Also in Hartwell
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Weighing up DIY against 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.
Where we can cook in Hartwell
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Facilities approval and any site rules
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Canapé tapas
- Drinks service
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Desserts
- Paella lunches
- Bowl food
Business events near Hartwell
Hartwell is about 1 mile west of Southcourt, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Hartwell to the outskirts, corporate paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Hartwell is one of 263 places in Buckinghamshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Hartwell to Milton Keynes (16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Waddesdon Manor (4.5 miles north-west). For a client event at a historic house or estate, ask early about catering rules and where cooking is allowed. Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Aylesbury station, about 1.7 miles east. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 6 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside.
Wherever your work event is in HP17, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Oxford Road, Sedrup Lane and Portway Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Hartwell for corporate paella catering include Stone (1 mile west), Fairford Leys (1 mile north-east), Southcourt (1 mile east), Haydon Hill (1 mile north) and California (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in High Wycombe (13 miles south), Chesham (12 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north-west), Amersham (14 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (6 miles south) and Haddenham (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Dinton Castle (1.8 miles west) and Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hartwell include Snakemoor and Beacon Hill.
- Local schools include Pebble Brook School (1.2 miles north-east) and Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Rose & Crown pub (within half a mile west)
Why choose corporate paella catering in Hartwell?
People remember it, in a way a sandwich platter never is.
In Hartwell and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Team-building events
- Client hospitality
- Company summer parties
- Product launches and open days
Hartwell is about 39 miles from central London, which makes it handy for team days out of the city.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Whether travel is included
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. In Hartwell, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:25pm; for winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and timings.
- You get a menu, a price and documents.
- We agree access and set-up with facilities.
- We cook live and serve on schedule.
- We pack down and leave the space tidy.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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