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Paella Party Catering for Fernhill events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Fernhill.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Family get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Fernhill
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Paella party catering for your party in Fernhill
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Popular choices include mixed paella, vegetable paella and tapas, and we are frequently booked for big family gatherings and retirement celebrations.
A country party near Fernhill is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Events we cater in Fernhill
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
In Fernhill and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The wet-weather plan
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
Fernhill questions
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Bartholomew: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Fernhill too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is my garden big enough?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. A picture helps.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Surrey. See all areas.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Where we can cook in Fernhill
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have bins ready
- Count adults and children separately
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Let the neighbours know
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you are free to enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Fernhill is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why Fernhill hosts choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Planning a party in Fernhill
Fernhill is about 2 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Fernhill will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cook in 395 places across Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Gatwick Airport station, about 1 mile west.
For paella party catering in RH6, we plan around your venue and your guests. Your party could be at a home on Peeks Brook Lane and Donkey Lane or the roads around them. For parties just outside Fernhill, we cover Burstow (1 mile east), Shipley Bridge (1 mile south), Tinsley Green (1 mile south-west), Keeper's Corner (1 mile east) and Copthorne (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (14 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north), Ewell (15 miles north), Reigate (6 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include County Mall (3.6 miles south-west) and Langley Green Hospital (2.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Shipley Bridge pub (0.5 miles south)
- 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