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Paella Party Catering in Burntcommon
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Burntcommon: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, in full view of your guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Family get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering for Burntcommon events
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Paella party catering for your party in Burntcommon
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you are unsure. Typical bookings include big birthdays and naming days and christenings, serving churros, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
A country party near Burntcommon is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Party venues around Burntcommon
Burntcommon is about 3 miles south-east of Woking, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Burntcommon, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Burntcommon is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook.
For guests coming by train, Clandon station is about 1.5 miles away. After a christening at a church like St William of York, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Burntcommon, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in GU23, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on Linden Way, Beech Drive and The Copse or the roads around them. If your venue is just outside Burntcommon, we also cover Send Marsh (1 mile north), Send (1 mile west), West Clandon (1 mile south), Sutton Green (2 miles west) and Burpham (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (4 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles north-west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Redhill (15 miles east) and Farnham (13 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (4.4 miles south-west) and Send and Ripley History Society Museum (1.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Burntcommon includes St Martha's Hill and Boldermere Lake.
- Schools near Burntcommon include Ripley Court School (1.3 miles north-east) and St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School (2.3 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Jovial Sailor pub (0.5 miles north-east)
Questions from Burntcommon
Is Burntcommon close to London?
Roughly 23 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Burntcommon too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Frequently, yes, if there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a photo and we will check.
Can you supply crockery?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. Let the neighbours know.
Do you cover Burntcommon?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Burntcommon and the rest of Surrey. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Burntcommon, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
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Who books paella party catering in Burntcommon?
It works for all ages and diets, from children to grandparents.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
Historic houses near Burntcommon include Clandon Park (2.4 miles south) and Hatchlands Park (2.5 miles south-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long the team stays
- The deposit and payment dates
- The venue requirements
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
What affects the price in Burntcommon
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The address or venue name
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Burntcommon, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Why choose live paella in Burntcommon?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Catering across Surrey, including Burntcommon
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have enough chairs for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
- 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