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Live paella catering in North Marston, Buckinghamshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in North Marston and the surrounding area.
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Community events and fairs
Book paella catering in North Marston
Is live paella right for your event?
Vans serve one order at a time. A paella pan serves many portions quickly, so everyone can eat at the same time. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- We cover North Marston and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Paella catering for your event in North Marston
Two or three pans side by side cover every guest: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Every pan is cooked on its own, so diets are easy to manage. We are frequently asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and garden get-togethers, serving seafood paella, black rice and vegan paella.
In a small place like North Marston, events are normally in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- North Marston (MK18)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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What happens on the day
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Around midsummer it stays light in North Marston until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Where we can cook in North Marston
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
Dishes our guests love
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, traditionally with alioli. It’s a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Seafood paella
A rich seafood stock with prawns, mussels and squid, cooked until the rice is golden. It is generally the most photographed pan.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
How we price paella catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- How long we’re needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
North Marston: venues, travel and local tips
North Marston is about 6 miles north-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of North Marston to the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 263 places in Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes, about 11 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Mary, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, about 4.7 miles south.
Wherever your event is in MK18, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, Elmers Meadow and Dudley Close; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside North Marston, we cover Oving (1 mile south-east), Pitchcott (1 mile south), Whitchurch (2 miles south-east), Hardwick (3 miles south-east) and Weedon (4 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (6 miles south-east), Buckingham (8 miles north-west), Elmhurst (6 miles south-east), Southcourt (7 miles south), Princes Risborough (12 miles south) and Haydon Hill (5 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Bolbec Castle (2 miles south-east) and Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital (5.9 miles south-east).
- Local pubs include The Pilgrim pub (within half a mile south-east)
Events we cater in North Marston
It’s ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, with guests mingling as it cooks before sitting down to eat.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Anniversary celebrations
- Naming days and family parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
Historic houses near North Marston include Claydon House (3.8 miles north-west) and Waddesdon Manor (4.7 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
- VAT, if it applies
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Mention any other courses or food
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Give us separate numbers for children
Once everyone is fed, we clear our cooking area.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal.
North Marston: your questions answered
Is North Marston too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
It is ideal. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
Is paella a full meal?
Yes. Paella with bread and salad makes a full main course.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you come to North Marston?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and North Marston is within our area and the rest of Buckinghamshire. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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