Oxfordshire · England
Live paella catering in Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Weston-on-the-Green. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Community events and fairs
- Company summer parties
- Naming days and family parties
Paella catering near Weston-on-the-Green
Paella catering in Weston-on-the-Green, cooked live
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, starting with a slow sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and paella Valenciana, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and summer barbecues and staff parties and work lunches.
In a small place like Weston-on-the-Green, 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. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Weston-on-the-Green (OX25)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about paella catering in Weston-on-the-Green
What’s the nearest station to Weston-on-the-Green for guests?
The closest is Islip station, roughly 2.7 miles away.
How far is Weston-on-the-Green from London?
About 55 miles from central London, and well within our area.
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.
Is halal food available?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
What happens with live paella?
We cook from scratch at your venue in big pans, in front of your guests, and serve straight from the pan.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Are premium seafood options available?
Seafood choices are agreed when we plan the menu, including premium options if you want them.
Occasions we cook for in Weston-on-the-Green
Paella is one of the few dishes that handles mixed diets easily, thanks to separate pans for each version. Nobody gets a token ‘special meal’.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Birthday celebrations
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
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.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- The wet-weather plan
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
About the dishes
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 normally the most photographed pan.
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Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Put allergy details in writing
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
A short rest after cooking helps, which is when we typically call guests over.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges make the meal go further and suit guests who are not big rice eaters.
Organising for someone else?
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Why choose live paella in Weston-on-the-Green?
Food trucks and street-food vans serve one portion at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, so everyone can eat at the same time. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Weston-on-the-Green
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Weston-on-the-Green: venues, travel and local tips
Weston-on-the-Green is about 4 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Weston-on-the-Green. We cover all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 8 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Islip station, about 2.7 miles south.
Anywhere in OX25, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Church Road, Blacksmiths Close and Westlands Avenue or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Weston Otmoor (1 mile east), Bletchingdon (2 miles west), Kirtlington (2 miles west), Hampton Poyle (3 miles south-west) and Islip (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles south), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (4 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (12 miles south-west) and Thame (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Bicester Community Hospital (3.7 miles north-east) and Bicester Avenue (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow and Graven Hill.
How the day works
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. Evenings in Weston-on-the-Green stay light until about 9:30pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan a menu that covers every diet.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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