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Paella Party Catering in Dockenfield
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Dockenfield. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering in Dockenfield
Who books paella party catering in Dockenfield?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Baby celebrations
- Family get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
After a christening at a church like The Church Of The Good Shepherd, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
About our paella party catering in Dockenfield
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. For family get-togethers and christenings and naming days, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and churros for your guests.
In a small place like Dockenfield, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Dockenfield
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Nearby places to Dockenfield
Other catering in Dockenfield
Hosting a paella party in Dockenfield
Dockenfield is about 4 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Dockenfield and nearby villages. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. We cook right across the region, from Dockenfield to Guildford (12 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (4.1 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 2.4 miles north-west. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Dockenfield, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in GU10 is planned around your venue. That could mean a party in a garden on The Street and Lake Lane. If your venue is just outside Dockenfield, we also cover Batt's Corner (1 mile north-west), Frithend (1 mile west), Wishanger Common (1 mile south-east), Bucks Horn Oak (1 mile north-west) and Rowledge (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (12 miles north-east), Woking (15 miles north-east), Camberley (13 miles north), Farnham (4 miles north), Frimley (11 miles north) and Haslemere (7 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Powderham Castle (4 miles north) and Chase Community Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Farnham Heath.
What affects the price in Dockenfield
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Common questions in Dockenfield
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Dockenfield for guests?
The closest is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
How the day works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Dockenfield until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
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, fill in our quote form.
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- 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