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Live paella catering in Stonehill, Surrey
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Stonehill. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella catering near Stonehill
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The number of people
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Paella catering in Stonehill, cooked live
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. Once it is ready, we serve it hot from the pan. Whether it’s christenings and family gatherings and big birthdays, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, black rice and paella Valenciana for your guests.
In a small place like Stonehill, events are generally in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Country lanes and long drives are no problem if we know about them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the cooking area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
A closer look at the menu
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together, and a popular all-rounder.
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron, cooked in its own pan.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Love Paella in Stonehill
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- We cover Stonehill and the whole of Surrey
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Mention any other courses or food
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch with your venue about timings.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
Questions from Stonehill
Can you cater a reception after a service at Christ Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Stonehill?
The closest is Longcross station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
What does paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Evenings in Stonehill stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Stonehill, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Occasions we cook for in Stonehill
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks and then sit down to share.
In Stonehill and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Naming days and family parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Office lunches and staff parties
Historic houses near Stonehill include Botleys Mansion (1.4 miles north-east) and Byfleet Manor (4.8 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
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- How bad weather is handled
More for events in Stonehill
Catering an event in Stonehill
Stonehill is about 3 miles north of Woking, in Surrey. For paella catering in Stonehill, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cook in 395 places across Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 8 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Christ Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Salesian School, can book us as a food stall.
Here we cover the KT16 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Stonehill Road and Stonehill Crescent or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Stonehill for paella catering include Ottershaw (1 mile east), Longcross (1 mile north-west), Mimbridge (2 miles south-west), Lyne (2 miles north-east) and Trumps Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (8 miles south), Woking (3 miles south), Camberley (8 miles west), Epsom (13 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chobham Museum (2.2 miles south-west) and The Peacocks (3.1 miles south). Open spaces near Stonehill include Gracious Pond and St Ann's Lake.
- 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