West Berkshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Curridge events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Curridge. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Baby celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversary celebrations
Paella party catering near Curridge
Paella party catering in Curridge, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: it is served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We are often asked to cater family get-togethers and leaving dos and retirements, with vegetable paella, churros and seafood paella.
A country party near Curridge is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Where
- Curridge (RG18)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
Towns and villages near Curridge
What else we do in Curridge
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Parking and unloading
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
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.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Who books paella party catering in Curridge?
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there’s little waste.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Holy Trinity, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Before booking anyone
- Payment terms and deposit
- How long the team stays
- Whether VAT is included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Curridge parties: what to know
Curridge is about 3 miles north-west of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Curridge and nearby villages. We cover all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 14 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 3.2 miles south. Nearby historic houses include Shaw House (2.5 miles south-west) and Benham Park (4.1 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Curridge, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in RG18, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Chapel Lane, Kiln Drive and Marsh Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at parties in Longlane (1 mile east), Hermitage (1 mile north-east), Oare (2 miles north-east), Little Hungerford (2 miles north-east) and Wellhouse (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles south), Thatcham (3 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (10 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Donnington Castle (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Curridge includes Snelsmore Common.
- Schools near Curridge include Trinity School (2.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bunk Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Curridge 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.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Curridge, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Count adults and children separately
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Common questions in Curridge
Is Curridge close to London?
About 52 miles from central London.
Is Curridge too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
- 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