Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Farmoor
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Farmoor. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Farmoor?
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
Paella party catering in Farmoor, cooked live
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and mixed paella, and we’re frequently booked for christenings and naming days and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
Country parties near Farmoor suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Farmoor (OX2)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How the day works
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Farmoor is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Farmoor? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Hosting a paella party in Farmoor
Farmoor is about 5 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Farmoor, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Farmoor. Farmoor is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook.
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Appleton Manor (3.5 miles south) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.4 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cater parties across OX2 and the streets around it. That could mean a party in a garden on Mayfield Road, Oxford Road and Meadow Close. If your venue is just outside Farmoor, we also cover Filchampstead (1 mile south), Swinford (1 mile north-west), Dean Court (2 miles south-east), Eynsham (2 miles north-west) and Wytham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (5 miles east), Didcot (11 miles south-east), Bicester (13 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-east), Witney (6 miles west) and Carterton (10 miles west).
A little further out are Oxford University Press Museum (3.6 miles east) and Radcliffe Infirmary (3.7 miles east). Open spaces near Farmoor include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Cumnor Hill.
Live paella or other catering?
Hog roasts do not suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Let the neighbours know
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Events we cater in Farmoor
It is generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Family reunions
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
If guests are coming by rail, Oxford station is about 3.4 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Staff numbers and hours
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
Places near Farmoor
What else we do in Farmoor
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we’re needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Your questions about paella party catering in Farmoor
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Farmoor too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. Find your area.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How early should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Check your date with us.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
- 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