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Paella party catering in Ashendon, Buckinghamshire
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Ashendon and Buckinghamshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering near Ashendon
Paella party catering for your party in Ashendon
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. On the menu are churros, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella, and we’re often booked for christenings and naming days and anniversaries and engagement parties.
In a small place like Ashendon, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Ashendon (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Hosting a paella party in Ashendon
Ashendon is about 5 miles north of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Ashendon to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Waddesdon Manor (2.3 miles north-east) and Boarstall Tower (5 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Paella party catering in HP18 is planned around your venue. Local streets include Main Street, Lower End and The Close; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Ashendon, we also cover Nether Winchendon (2 miles south-east), Westcott (2 miles north-east), Upper Winchendon (2 miles east), Waddesdon (3 miles north-east) and Wormstone (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Aylesbury (7 miles east), Buckingham (12 miles north), Elmhurst (7 miles east), Southcourt (7 miles east), Princes Risborough (9 miles south-east) and Haydon Hill (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Dinton Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and St John's Hospital (4.6 miles east). Open spaces near Ashendon include Snakemoor.
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Perfect for your party in Ashendon
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
In Ashendon and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Naming days and christenings
- Family get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
For guests coming by train, Haddenham & Thame Parkway station is about 3.9 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
Paella compared with other options
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Ashendon
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Catering across Buckinghamshire, including Ashendon
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. Sunset in Ashendon is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Give us a contact for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Ashendon? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ashendon? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Questions from Ashendon
Is Ashendon too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Ashendon?
The closest is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, roughly 3.9 miles away.
Will the neighbours notice?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell. Let the neighbours know.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Also in Ashendon
- 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