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Paella Party Catering for Calcot events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Calcot.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella party catering for Calcot events
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Let the neighbours know
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, from a safe distance.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Paella party catering in Calcot, made fresh on the day
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and the food is served hot and generous. We cook churros, tapas and mixed paella, and we’re often booked for retirement celebrations and wakes and celebrations of life.
Around Calcot, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. A paella pan fits right in. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Calcot (RG31)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Calcot
Calcot is about 3 miles west of Reading, in West Berkshire. For a party in Calcot, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cater in 155 places across West Berkshire.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Michael, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Calcot include Mapledurham House (3.1 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Anywhere in RG31, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Curtis Road, Barclay Road and Royal Avenue, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Beansheaf Farm (1 mile south-east), Fords Farm (1 mile east), Horncastle (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile north) and Theale (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (12 miles west), Thatcham (9 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles south), Speenhamland (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (5 miles south-east) and Shaw (12 miles west). As one of the bigger places in West Berkshire, Calcot has plenty of venues and gardens for parties.
Nearby you will also find Broad Street Mall (3.3 miles east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Calcot include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Calcot include Little Heath School (1 mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Murdochs pub (under half a mile east)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
Perfect for your party in Calcot
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We frequently cook for:
- Milestone birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
- Big family gatherings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Theale station, about 1.2 miles south-west.
What to look for in a quote
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
- How long the team stays
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Questions from Calcot
What’s the nearest station to Calcot for guests?
Theale station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you cook in Calcot Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Is paella OK for kids?
Yes. Children typically love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How many paellas should we have?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
What about pudding?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Nearby places to Calcot
Also in Calcot
For planners, venues and organisers
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Many venues have rules for 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.
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. A summer party in Calcot stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Calcot, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
- 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