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Paella Party Catering in Chalkshire
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Chalkshire: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Family reunions
Paella party catering for Chalkshire events
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Paella party catering in Chalkshire, made fresh on the day
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a picture if you are unsure. We’re frequently asked to cater milestone birthdays and celebrations of life, with chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
Near Chalkshire, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Chalkshire (HP17)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. There is 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Chalkshire
- Catering across Buckinghamshire, including Chalkshire
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Who books paella party catering in Chalkshire?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there is little waste.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Summer garden parties
- Big birthdays
- Celebrations of life
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Little Kimble station, about 1.3 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and parking costs
- How late numbers can change
- How bad weather is handled
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Chalkshire parties: what to know
Chalkshire is about 4 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Chalkshire or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Chalkshire is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 19 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Chalkshire is within about 2 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over HP17 and the streets around it. If your venue is just outside Chalkshire, we also cover Terrick (1 mile north), Butler's Cross (1 mile south), Nash Lee (1 mile north), Ellesborough (1 mile south-west) and Coombe (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (4 miles north), High Wycombe (9 miles south), Chesham (8 miles south-east), Marlow (13 miles south), Amersham (10 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Little Kimble Motte (1.1 miles south-west) and Stoke Mandeville Hospital (2.7 miles north). Open spaces near Chalkshire include Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Coombe Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Russell Arms (within half a mile south)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Nearby places to Chalkshire
Also in Chalkshire
FAQs for Chalkshire
What’s the nearest station to Chalkshire for guests?
Little Kimble station, about 1.3 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Chalkshire close to London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How early should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Let the neighbours know
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, at a safe distance.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Chalkshire is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Chalkshire? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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