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Paella Party Catering for East Garston Woodlands events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in East Garston Woodlands.
- Garden get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Live paella party catering in East Garston Woodlands
Paella party catering for your party in East Garston Woodlands
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. For anniversaries and engagement parties and wakes and celebrations of life, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and churros for your guests.
Country parties near East Garston Woodlands suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- East Garston Woodlands (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Warn the neighbours
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Plan seats for most guests
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in East Garston Woodlands
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Sangria and bar staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
How we price paella party catering
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How long we’re needed on site
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in East Garston Woodlands, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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. At midsummer, it’s light in East Garston Woodlands until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in East Garston Woodlands
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 run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Planning the cooking area
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
Your questions about paella party catering in East Garston Woodlands
Is East Garston Woodlands close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cook at venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Let us know numbers and ages.
Parties in East Garston Woodlands: gardens, venues and local tips
East Garston Woodlands is about 9 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around East Garston Woodlands and nearby villages. We cook in 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 22 miles away.
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. East Garston Woodlands is within about 3 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RG17 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Other places close to East Garston Woodlands for paella party catering include Shefford Woodlands (1 mile south-east), East Garston (1 mile north-east), Eastbury (1 mile north), Great Shefford (2 miles east) and East Shefford (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (9 miles south-east), Thatcham (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (9 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south), Lambourn (3 miles north-west) and Shaw (9 miles south-east).
The countryside around East Garston Woodlands includes Watts Bank.
Nearby places to East Garston Woodlands
More for events in East Garston Woodlands
- 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