Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Paella party catering in Cheapside, Windsor and Maidenhead
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 Cheapside.
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
Planning an event in Cheapside?
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Let the neighbours know
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Plan seats for most guests
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
About our paella party catering in Cheapside
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For big family gatherings and anniversaries and engagement parties, we will put together a menu of mixed paella, tapas and churros for your guests.
A country party near Cheapside is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Cheapside (SL5)
- Region
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. For a late-May party in Cheapside, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Is live paella right for your party?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Cheapside hosts choose us
- Events in Cheapside and across Windsor and Maidenhead
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A clear, itemised quote
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Cheapside
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Michael and All Angels: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
How far is Cheapside from London?
About 24 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
How much does paella party catering cost in Cheapside?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Perfect for your party in Cheapside
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Cheapside book us for events such as:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Retirement celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- Space, access and power needs
- If the price includes VAT
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Hosting a paella party in Cheapside
Cheapside is about 4 miles south of Windsor, in Windsor and Maidenhead. For paella party catering in Cheapside, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Cheapside is one of 57 towns and villages in Windsor and Maidenhead we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 12 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Ascot station, about 1.6 miles south-west. Parks such as Silwood Park generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
We cover parties in every part of the SL5 postcode area. Local streets include Water Splash Lane, Dorian Drive and Cheapside Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Cheapside, we also cover Beggar's Bush (1 mile south-east), Ascot (1 mile south-west), Blacknest (1 mile south-east), Woodside (1 mile north-west) and Sunninghill (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidenhead (8 miles north-west), Windsor (4 miles north), Boyn Hill (7 miles north-west), Cookham (10 miles north), Furze Platt (9 miles north-west) and Dedworth (4 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Heatherwood Hospital (1.8 miles west) and Berkshire Yeomanry Museum (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Virginia Water Lake and Gracious Pond.
- Local schools include Papplewick School (1.4 miles west) and Charters School (1.8 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Thatched Tavern Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
DIY paella versus live catering
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
How we price paella party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The number of people
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Cheapside? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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What else we do in Cheapside
- 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