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Paella Party Catering in Caterham
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Caterham.
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Celebrations of life
Book paella party catering in Caterham
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
About our paella party catering in Caterham
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. Whether it is celebrations of life and family get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of vegetable paella, churros and tapas.
Birthdays, christenings and summer parties in Caterham frequently happen at home or in a local hall. Paella works in either, as long as there’s outdoor or ventilated space. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
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.
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 be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Questions from Caterham
What’s the nearest station to Caterham for guests?
Caterham station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre.
We are having a ceremony at Sacred Heart Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. We will check availability straight away.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Frequently, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Who books paella party catering in Caterham?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Baby celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Nearby historic houses include Titsey Place (4.7 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What to look for in a quote
- How each diet is kept separate
- Payment terms and deposit
- How bad weather is handled
- The deadline for final numbers
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Let the neighbours know
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans, from a safe distance.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Nearby places to Caterham
More for events in Caterham
Party venues around Caterham
Caterham is about 11 miles south-west of Orpington, in Surrey. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Caterham and the surrounding area. Caterham is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. We cook right across the region, from Caterham to London (about 15 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Dollypers Hill? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Sacred Heart Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
This part of Surrey takes in CR3, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Streets in the area include High Street, London Road and Park Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Being close to the B2030 and B2031, Caterham is simple for us to get to for your party. Other places close to Caterham for paella party catering include Woldingham Garden Village (2 miles east), Tyler's Green (2 miles south-east), Woldingham (3 miles east), Godstone (3 miles south) and Church Town (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (8 miles south-west), Redhill (5 miles south-west), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles south-west) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bletchingley Castle (3.4 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (0.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include South London Downs National Nature Reserve and Mercers Lake.
- Schools near Caterham include de Stafford School (0.5 miles north-east) and Sunnydown School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The King And Queen Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Where we can cook in Caterham
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Step by step
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first as the rice is cooking. For a late-May party in Caterham, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
What affects the price in Caterham
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
- How many courses
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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