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Paella party catering in Buckland, Surrey
Looking for paella party catering in Buckland? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering for Buckland events
Paella party catering in Buckland, cooked live
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around Buckland. For christenings and naming days and engagement and anniversary parties, we can cook seafood paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella for your guests.
A country party near Buckland is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
Live paella or other catering?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why Buckland hosts choose us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A clear, itemised quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Catering across Surrey, including Buckland
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What else we do in Buckland
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
How it works
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. At midsummer, it’s light in Buckland until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Count adults and children separately
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
When you’re ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- How many staff you need
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and rough timings
- 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.
Buckland parties: what to know
Buckland is about 2 miles west of Reigate, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Buckland, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cook in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Betchworth station, about 0.6 miles north-west. Buckland is within about 3 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in RH3, we can bring paella party catering to you. From Old Road, Sandy Lane and Rectory Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. For parties just outside Buckland, we cover Betchworth (1 mile west), Brockham (1 mile west), Box Hill (1 mile north-west), Strood Green (2 miles south-west) and Mogador (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (7 miles north), Horley (6 miles south-east), Redhill (4 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Headley Court (3.6 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles east). Open spaces near Buckland include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile west)
Questions from Buckland
Is Buckland close to London?
Roughly 19 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in Brockham Limeworks?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it is a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
How many paellas should we have?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Is halal food available?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Who books paella party catering in Buckland?
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Milestone birthdays
- Big family gatherings
Parks such as Brockham Limeworks normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Questions to ask before booking
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- If the price includes VAT
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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