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Paella Party Catering for East Garston events
Looking for paella party catering in East Garston? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Family get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
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Paella party catering in East Garston, cooked live
Mixed groups are easy: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children typically love a simple chicken paella. We cook tapas, churros and mixed paella, and we are regularly asked to cater baby celebrations and wakes and memorial gatherings.
A country party near East Garston is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- East Garston (RG17)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Why choose live paella in East Garston?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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How we price paella party catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the space, if you can
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. A summer party in East Garston stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Where we can cook in East Garston
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
Common questions in East Garston
Do you come out to small places like East Garston?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Typically, if there is outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Planning a party in East Garston
East Garston is about 7 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. For a party in East Garston, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 21 miles away.
The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of East Garston, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For paella party catering in RG17, we plan around your venue and your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on Station Road, Back Street and Humphrey's Lane or the roads around them. For parties just outside East Garston, we cover Eastbury (1 mile west), East Garston Woodlands (1 mile south-west), Great Shefford (2 miles south-east), East Shefford (2 miles south-east) and Shefford Woodlands (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newbury (9 miles south-east), Thatcham (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (9 miles south-east), Hungerford (6 miles south), Lambourn (3 miles north-west) and Shaw (9 miles south-east).
The countryside around East Garston includes Watts Bank.
Events we cater in East Garston
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Birthday parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big family gatherings
After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who provides the crockery
- Staff numbers and hours
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Let the neighbours know
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have bins ready
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
- 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