Buckinghamshire · England
Live paella catering in Longwick, Buckinghamshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Longwick.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Company summer parties
- Family celebrations and christenings
Book paella catering in Longwick
Occasions we cook for in Longwick
Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets, which is why it works for so many occasions. It gives people something to gather round, too.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Longwick and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Community events and fairs
- Family celebrations and christenings
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Longwick Church of England Combined School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- When payment is due
- How long the team stays
- How bad weather is handled
About our paella catering in Longwick
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, starting with a slow sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. On the menu are seafood paella, mixed paella and black rice, and we are frequently booked for leaving dos and retirements and wedding breakfasts and evening food.
In and around Longwick, gardens and local halls are common choices. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the van. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Longwick (HP27)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering an event in Longwick
Longwick is about 5 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Longwick and nearby villages. We cater in 263 places in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Longwick to Oxford (about 16 miles away).
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Owlswick Chapel, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. For guests coming by train, Monks Risborough station is about 1.3 miles away. Longwick is within about 6 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
Wherever your event is in HP27, we can cook for your guests. Your event could be at a home on Headland End, Wickfields and Furrow Drive. If your venue is just outside Longwick, we also cover Owlswick (1 mile north), Alscot (1 mile east), Pitch Green (1 mile south-west), Ilmer (1 mile north-west) and Horsenden (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (6 miles north), High Wycombe (9 miles south-east), Chesham (11 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (12 miles east) and Beaconsfield (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Great Kimble Dial Hill (2.4 miles east) and St John's Hospital (4.6 miles north). The countryside around Longwick includes Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
- Schools near Longwick include Princes Risborough School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion Public House (within half a mile east)
Longwick: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Longwick?
Monks Risborough station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre.
How far is Longwick from London?
About 37 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Should we have more than one paella?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
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.
Which paellas suit our guests?
It depends on your guests. A chicken or mixed paella is typically the most popular, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Longwick.
The process
Here’s how the day usually runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Around midsummer it stays light in Longwick until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- The paella cooks in front of your guests, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
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For event organisers in Longwick
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Collect dietary needs with your RSVPs
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
A short rest after cooking helps, which is when we generally call guests over.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available if your venue does not provide them.
About the dishes
Mixed paella
Mixed paella brings meat and seafood together.
Vegetable and vegan paella
Seasonal vegetables on a rich sofrito base make a paella that stands on its own. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
Why choose live paella in Longwick?
Next to a hog roast or barbecue, paella makes vegetarian, vegan and halal guests easier to cater for, thanks to separate pans. Service from the pan keeps queues moving. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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