Oxfordshire · England
Paella party catering in Chinnor, Oxfordshire
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Chinnor. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Big family gatherings
Book paella party catering in Chinnor
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Paella party catering in Chinnor, cooked live
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. On the menu are tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and typical bookings are for birthday parties and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
For a party in Chinnor, your garden is often the best venue. Tell us about access and parking, and we will bring everything else. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Area
- Chinnor (OX39)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Chinnor is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in Chinnor? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Chinnor: your questions answered
Do you cater in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Andrew?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How much does paella party catering cost in Chinnor?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Planning a party in Chinnor
Chinnor is about 8 miles north-west of High Wycombe, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Chinnor, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Chinnor is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. We cook right across the region, from Chinnor to Oxford (about 14 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Princes Risborough station is about 3.1 miles away. After a christening at a church like Church of St Andrew, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Chinnor, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX39. Your party could be at a home on Station Road, Woodgreen Square and Church Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Emmington (1 mile north-west), Sydenham (2 miles west), Kingston Stert (2 miles west), Towersey (3 miles north) and Kingsey (4 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (14 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (13 miles west), St John Street area (15 miles west) and Wallingford (12 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Thame Community Hospital (4 miles north-west). The countryside around Chinnor includes Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Local pubs include The Crown pub (under half a mile north-east)
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Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Where we can cook in Chinnor
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Perfect for your party in Chinnor
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
In Chinnor and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Family reunions
Nearby historic houses include Adwell House (3.6 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- When payment is due
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Chinnor
- We cover Chinnor and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
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.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of where we’d cook
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in 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