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Paella Party Catering for Ashburton events
Looking for paella party catering in Ashburton? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
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- Celebrations of life
Paella party catering in Ashburton
Paella party catering for your party in Ashburton
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. The food is our job. For christenings and naming days and milestone birthdays, we can cook seafood paella, mixed paella and tapas and more.
Throwing a party in Ashburton? Live paella keeps you out of the kitchen, and works in gardens, on patios and at hired venues. Tell us about parking permits. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Location
- Ashburton (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Questions from Ashburton
Which station should guests use for Ashburton?
The closest is Norwood Junction station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Could we have live paella in Ashburton Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you supply crockery?
We can. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Have bins ready
- Count adults and children separately
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have enough chairs for most guests
Children love watching the paella cook.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Ashburton, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in Ashburton
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
In Ashburton and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
After a christening at a church like Church of St Luke, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Nearby places to Ashburton
More for events in Ashburton
For event organisers in Ashburton
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Whether you need crockery
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Live paella or other catering?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Ashburton
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Events in Ashburton and across Greater London
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Hosting a paella party in Ashburton
Ashburton is about 6 miles south of New Cross, in Greater London. From the centre of Ashburton to the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Ashburton is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cook right across the region, from Ashburton to London (8 miles away).
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Ashburton can be an alternative, as long as there’s outdoor space to cook. Historic houses near Ashburton include Addington Palace (2.4 miles south-east) and Kingswood House (3 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cover parties in every part of CR0, SE25 and CR9. Local streets include Long Lane, Tudor Road and Coe Avenue; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. For parties just outside Ashburton, we cover Woodside (1 mile north), Addiscombe (1 mile south), Shirley Oaks (1 mile south-east), Monks Orchard (1 mile south-east) and Shirley (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (9 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitgift Centre (1.6 miles south-west) and Addiscombe (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ashburton include Duppas Hill and Bramley Bank.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Shirley Park (within half a mile south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Beehive pub (under half a mile west)
- 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