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Live paella catering in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey
Planning paella catering in Sunbury-on-Thames? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Festivals, fairs and school events
Book paella catering in Sunbury-on-Thames
About our paella catering in Sunbury-on-Thames
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. When it’s ready, it is served straight from the pan. Popular choices include paella Valenciana, black rice and chicken and chorizo paella, and we are often booked for company summer parties and naming days and family parties.
Gardens in Sunbury-on-Thames range from small patios to big lawns, and most can work for live paella. Have a gazebo ready in case of showers. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Planning an evening event in Sunbury-on-Thames? Sunset is around 8:55pm 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.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- On the day we cook live, timed around your event.
- We serve, then leave our area tidy.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Sunbury-on-Thames questions
Which station should guests use for Sunbury-on-Thames?
Sunbury station, in Sunbury-on-Thames itself.
Is Sunbury-on-Thames close to London?
About 15 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
What equipment do you bring?
We bring the pans, burners and ingredients. You provide a suitable spot and access.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Planning live paella in Sunbury-on-Thames
Sunbury-on-Thames is about 7 miles south of Hayes, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Sunbury-on-Thames or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Sunbury-on-Thames is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 13 miles away.
Thinking of a picnic-style party in Sunbury Park? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. Historic houses near Sunbury-on-Thames include Hampton Court Palace (3.5 miles east) and Strawberry Hill House (3.9 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
For paella catering in TW16, we plan around your venue and your guests. Whether your event is on Station Road, The Ridings and Ravenscourt or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. With the A244 and A308 close by, Sunbury-on-Thames is easy for us to reach. We also cook at events in Upper Halliford (1 mile south-west), Charlton (1 mile west), Ashford Common (1 mile north-west), Hounslow (1 mile north) and Littleton Common (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (13 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (15 miles south-west), Epsom (8 miles south-east), Ewell (8 miles south-east) and Egham (6 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Kempton Steam Museum (1 mile north-east) and No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (2 miles south). Open spaces near Sunbury-on-Thames include St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
- Schools near Sunbury-on-Thames include St Paul's Catholic College (less than half a mile north-east) and Sunbury Manor School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Three Fishes Public House (0.6 miles south)
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For event organisers in Sunbury-on-Thames
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Where we can cook in Sunbury-on-Thames
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Sunbury-on-Thames
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
Events we cater in Sunbury-on-Thames
People book live paella because it is food and entertainment at once. The cooking becomes the centre of the event, and the food is hot and generous.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Sunbury-on-Thames, people book us for occasions like:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
For a christening or wedding at a church such as St Saviour, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if it rains
- Space, access and power needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Why choose live paella in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Food trucks and street-food vans serve one portion at a time. A paella pan serves many portions quickly, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A clear, itemised quote
- Drinks service on request
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable and vegan paella
A slow sofrito, seasonal vegetables and a good vegetable stock make a paella that stands on its own. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
Seafood paella
A rich seafood stock with prawns, mussels and squid, finished with lemon wedges. It’s the pan people photograph.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask for labels on each pan
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Put allergy details in writing
After service, we pack down our cooking area.
Sangria and bar staff can be added for your own drinks.
What affects the price in Sunbury-on-Thames
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Where the event is
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
- 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