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Paella party catering in Fairlands, Surrey
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Fairlands.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering for Fairlands events
About our paella party catering in Fairlands
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Not sure? Send a picture. Popular choices include seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas, and we are often booked for wakes and memorial gatherings and big family gatherings.
Country parties near Fairlands suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
FAQs for Fairlands
How far is Fairlands from London?
About 28 miles from central London.
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Perfect for your party in Fairlands
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
After a christening at a church like St Alban's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if it rains
- Allergen information for each dish
Planning the cooking area
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Warn the neighbours
- Count adults and children separately
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Plan seats for most guests
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
DIY paella versus live catering
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Nearby places to Fairlands
Other catering in Fairlands
Is live paella right for your party?
Hog roasts do not suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why Fairlands hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Drinks service on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Parties in Fairlands: gardens, venues and local tips
Fairlands is about 2 miles north-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Fairlands will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Fairlands is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cook.
Thinking of a party in Chitty's Common? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. For guests coming by train, Guildford station is about 2.4 miles away. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Fairlands, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in GU3, we plan around your venue and your guests. Whether your party is on Dynevor Place, Brooke Forest and Kiln Meadows or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Fairlands, we also cover Wood Street Village (1 mile south-west), Worplesdon (1 mile north), Willey Green (2 miles west), Stanford Common (2 miles north-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Woking (4 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east) and Dorking (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
- Nearby schools include Rydes Hill Preparatory School (1 mile south-east) and Kings College Guildford (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Hare and Hounds pub (0.8 miles south-east)
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- Waiting and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The address or venue name
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Fairlands, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Fairlands stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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