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Paella party catering in Earlstone Common, West Berkshire
Looking for paella party catering in Earlstone Common? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Planning an event in Earlstone Common?
How our paella party catering works in Earlstone Common
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. We cook seafood paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re frequently booked for baby celebrations and big birthdays.
Near Earlstone Common, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Location
- Earlstone Common (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. For a late-May party in Earlstone Common, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
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Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Earlstone Common
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
Perfect for your party in Earlstone Common
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones, and there’s little waste.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Earlstone Common book us for occasions like:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big family gatherings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
After a christening at a church like Church of the Ascension, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Earlstone Common parties: what to know
Earlstone Common is about 3 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in RG20, we can cook for your guests. Earlstone Common is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Reading, about 16 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Newbury station is about 3 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Highclere Castle (2.6 miles south-west) and Stargroves (3.9 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Wherever your party is in RG20, we can cook for your guests. Close by, we cover parties in Burghclere Common (1 mile north), Burghclere (1 mile south-west), Newtown Common (1 mile north), Wash Water (2 miles north-west) and Sandleford (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles north), Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles north-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). The countryside around Earlstone Common includes Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Local schools include Burghclere Primary School (0.6 miles south) and Horris Hill School (0.9 miles north-west)
Your questions about paella party catering in Earlstone Common
Is Earlstone Common too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Earlstone Common from London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is my garden big enough?
Often, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a photo and we will check.
How much does paella party catering cost in Earlstone Common?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
What areas do you cover?
We cater across London and the South East, West Berkshire included. Find your area.
Why choose live paella in Earlstone Common?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Let the neighbours know
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have enough chairs for most guests
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Guest numbers
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we are needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use 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