Surrey · England
Paella party catering in Elmbridge Village, Surrey
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Elmbridge Village and the surrounding area.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering in Elmbridge Village
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Count adults and children separately
- Warn the neighbours
- Have enough chairs for most guests
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Paella party catering in Elmbridge Village, cooked live
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. Typical bookings include christenings and naming days and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, serving seafood paella, tapas and churros.
A country party near Elmbridge Village is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Elmbridge Village parties: what to know
Elmbridge Village is about 8 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Elmbridge Village will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cook in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Elmbridge Village to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Elmbridge Village, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cater parties across the GU6 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a home on Elmbridge Road and Essex Drive or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Rowly (1 mile north), Grafham (2 miles north-west), Loxhill (2 miles west), Hascombe (2 miles west) and Dunsfold (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (8 miles north), Woking (12 miles north), Horley (15 miles east), Farnham (13 miles west), Reigate (15 miles north-east) and Dorking (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Milford Hospital (5.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Hydon's Ball and Lower Lake.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Elmbridge Village: your questions answered
Is Elmbridge Village too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Elmbridge Village close to London?
About 31 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you supply crockery?
We can. Tell us what you need and we’ll include it in the quote.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it is light in Elmbridge Village until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Paella compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Elmbridge Village
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Events in Elmbridge Village and across Surrey
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
What affects the price in Elmbridge Village
These are the factors that matter most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- How many guests are eating
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- Anything your venue supplies
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Events we cater in Elmbridge Village
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Elmbridge Village, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Birthday parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Celebrations of life
What your quote should include
- How bad weather is handled
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
- Allergen information for each dish
Also in Elmbridge Village
- 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