Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Charlton-on-Otmoor events
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Charlton-on-Otmoor and Oxfordshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Paella party catering near Charlton-on-Otmoor
About our paella party catering in Charlton-on-Otmoor
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. On the menu are seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and anniversaries and engagement parties.
Near Charlton-on-Otmoor, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Charlton-on-Otmoor (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- 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.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Have enough chairs for most guests
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans, from a safe distance.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
For event organisers in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Parties in Charlton-on-Otmoor: gardens, venues and local tips
Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 5 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. For a party in Charlton-on-Otmoor, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Charlton-on-Otmoor to Oxford (about 6 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Boarstall Tower (4 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Islip station is about 2.3 miles away.
Anywhere in OX5, we can bring paella party catering to you. Whether your party is on High Street, Blacksmiths Lane and Church Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Charlton-on-Otmoor for paella party catering include Fencott (1 mile east), Murcott (1 mile east), Merton (1 mile north-east), Wendlebury (2 miles north) and Horton-cum-Studley (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (6 miles south), Bicester (5 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (4.2 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Graven Hill and Otmoor RSPB reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown pub (within half a mile east)
What affects the price in Charlton-on-Otmoor
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- Parking and unloading
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your party in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Naming days and christenings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family reunions
- Retirement and leaving parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Staff numbers and hours
- When final numbers are due
Why choose live paella in Charlton-on-Otmoor?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Questions from Charlton-on-Otmoor
How far is Charlton-on-Otmoor from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Charlton-on-Otmoor?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Is paella OK for kids?
Yes. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Tell us how many children are coming.
Will the neighbours notice?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
- 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