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Live paella catering in Reigate, Surrey
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Reigate.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Community events and fairs
Planning an event in Reigate?
Paella catering around Reigate
Reigate is about 9 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Reigate or on the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Reigate is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Reigate has its own station, Reigate station. Thinking of a picnic-style party in Castle Grounds? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Reigate, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
Here we cover the RH2 and RH1 postcode area. Streets in the area include High Street, London Road and Church Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Reigate sits on or near the A25 and A217, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater events include South Park (1 mile south), Margery (2 miles north), Mogador (2 miles north-west), Sidlow (2 miles south) and Irons Bottom (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (6 miles north-east) and Dorking (6 miles west). Being one of Surrey’s larger places, Reigate has lots of places to hold an event.
Nearby you will also find The Belfry (1.4 miles east) and Reigate Castle (within half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Mercers Lake.
- Schools near Reigate include Reigate College (less than half a mile north) and Reigate Grammar School (less than half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Public House (under half a mile west)
Paella catering in Reigate, made fresh on the day
Keep it simple, or go all out: just paella, or paella with tapas, desserts and drinks. We will recommend what fits your event. Whether it is anniversaries and engagement parties and birthday celebrations, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and black rice and more.
Gardens in Reigate range from small patios to big lawns, and most can host live paella with a little planning. Have a gazebo ready in case of showers. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
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Where we can cook in Reigate
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Request clear labels at the serving table
After service, we pack down our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
Add canapé tapas with the drinks or table tapas as a starter while the paella cooks.
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Is live paella right for your event?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and typically costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A clear, itemised quote
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What affects the price in Reigate
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How long we are needed on site
- The number of people
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- 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 and a suggested menu.
The process
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell typically draws people over. Planning an evening event in Reigate? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, set up and start the stock.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Your questions about paella catering in Reigate
Can you cook in Castle Grounds?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary Magdalene?
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 typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Which paellas do you recommend?
It depends on your guests. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Surrey. See all areas.
Why choose paella catering in Reigate?
Outdoor events and live paella go together: it’s cooked in the open, served hot and eaten together.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Reigate, people book us for events such as:
- Community events and fairs
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Mary Magdalene, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- A clear list of what’s included
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether travel is included
- 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