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Paella party catering in Dora's Green, Surrey
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Dora's Green and Surrey, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
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Paella party catering in Dora's Green, made fresh on the day
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and the food is served hot and generous. Typical bookings include naming days and christenings and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, serving mixed paella, vegetable paella and tapas.
Near Dora's Green, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Events we cater in Dora's Green
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Family reunions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big birthdays
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Farnham station, about 2.3 miles south-east.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the price includes, item by item
- The wet-weather plan
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Count adults and children separately
- Have bins ready
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
We’re set up before guests arrive.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
How it works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Dora's Green stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- 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
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Party venues around Dora's Green
Dora's Green is about 2 miles north-west of Farnham, in Surrey. For a party in Dora's Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Dora's Green. Dora's Green is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (1.7 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Paella party catering in GU10 is planned around your venue. Other places close to Dora's Green for paella party catering include Warren Corner (1 mile north), Redlands (1 mile north-west), Ewshot (1 mile north), Dippenhall (1 mile south) and Crondall (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Frimley (8 miles north-east), Haslemere (11 miles south-east) and Ash (5 miles east).
A little further out are Powderham Castle (1.1 miles south-west) and Museum of Farnham (1.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Dora's Green includes Aunt's Pool and Farnham Park.
- Schools near Dora's Green include Weydon School (2 miles south-east)
What affects the price in Dora's Green
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Is live paella right for your party?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
Dora's Green questions
Which station should guests use for Dora's Green?
The closest is Farnham station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Is Dora's Green close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
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.
Is my garden big enough?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. Send us a picture.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
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.
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Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Where we can cook in Dora's Green
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- 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