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Paella Party Catering for Frensham events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Frensham.
- Milestone birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Frensham
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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.
About our paella party catering in Frensham
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and the food is served hot and generous. We are often asked to cater wakes and memorial gatherings and neighbourhood celebrations, serving mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Frensham suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Seafood paella normally gets the photos.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Count adults and children separately
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Events we cater in Frensham
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Garden get-togethers
Historic houses near Frensham include Farnham Castle (3.6 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Staff numbers and hours
- Who provides the crockery
Your questions about paella party catering in Frensham
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
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.
Could we have live paella in The Flashes?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Should we have more than one paella?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Nearby places to Frensham
Other catering in Frensham
How we price paella party catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many staff you need
- Parking and unloading
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
How it works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Sunset in Frensham is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Related guides
Party venues around Frensham
Frensham is about 3 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. From the centre of Frensham to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Thinking of a party in The Flashes? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Frensham is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of Surrey takes in GU10, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. From The Street and Peakfield or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Frensham for paella party catering include Millbridge (1 mile north), Shortfield Common (1 mile north), Crosswater (1 mile south-east), Tilford Reeds (2 miles north-east) and Tilford Common (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (12 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north), Frimley (11 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (3.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (3.3 miles north). Not far away are Culverswell Hill and Farnham Heath.
- Local schools include Edgeborough School (1.2 miles north)
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For a party that feels a little special without being 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 us?
- Events in Frensham and across Surrey
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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