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Paella Party Catering for Dunton events
Planning paella party catering in Dunton? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
Paella party catering in Dunton
Paella party catering in Dunton, made fresh on the day
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. For big family gatherings and garden parties and summer barbecues, we can cook mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas.
Country parties near Dunton suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
- Location
- Dunton (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Seafood paella normally gets the photos.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many guests are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Where the event is
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The courses you’d like
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. At midsummer, it’s light in Dunton until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Why choose live paella in Dunton?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Dunton
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Martin: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you come out to small places like Dunton?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How early should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we will check.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Frequently, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Plan where rubbish goes
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Occasions we cook for in Dunton
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Dunton and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Baby celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
Historic houses near Dunton include Ascott House (4.4 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- How each diet is kept separate
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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.
Where we can cook in Dunton
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
Dunton parties: what to know
Dunton is about 6 miles north of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Dunton or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 263 places across Buckinghamshire. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 9 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Martin, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Wherever your party is in MK18, we can bring paella party catering to you. Nearby, we also cater parties in Swanbourne (2 miles north-west), Mursley (3 miles north), Granborough (3 miles west), Winslow (4 miles north-west) and Little Horwood (4 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (6 miles south), Buckingham (10 miles north-west), Elmhurst (6 miles south), Southcourt (7 miles south), Princes Risborough (13 miles south) and Haydon Hill (6 miles south).
A little further out are Tindal Centre (6 miles south) and Bolbec Castle (2.5 miles south-west).
- 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