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Paella party catering in Frilford Heath, Oxfordshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Frilford Heath and the surrounding area.
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Leaving dos and retirements
Planning an event in Frilford Heath?
About our paella party catering in Frilford Heath
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. For christenings and naming days and street and neighbourhood parties, we can cook churros, tapas and vegetable paella for your guests.
Country parties near Frilford Heath suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Location
- Frilford Heath (OX13)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your party?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Events in Frilford Heath and across Oxfordshire
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See How we price And The cost guide.
Frilford Heath questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Lawrence?
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 usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Frilford Heath?
Radley station, about 5 miles east of the centre.
How much does paella party catering cost in Frilford Heath?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
For event organisers in Frilford Heath
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it’s light in Frilford Heath until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Where we can cook in Frilford Heath
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Frilford Heath
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
Other catering in Frilford Heath
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Give separate numbers for children
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
What paella party catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Whether you need crockery
- How many courses
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Where the event is
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Party venues around Frilford Heath
Frilford Heath is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Parties in Frilford Heath are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our events stretch from Frilford Heath to Oxford (7 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Radley station, about 5 miles east. Nearby historic houses include Appleton Manor (2 miles north) and Longworth House (3.9 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX13, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Close by, we cover parties in Tubney (1 mile north-west), Frilford (1 mile south), Marcham (1 mile south-east), Cothill (1 mile north-east) and Fyfield (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (7 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (9 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (7 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Abingdon Community Hospital (2.5 miles east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.2 miles east). The countryside around Frilford Heath includes Cumnor Hill and Hitchcopse Pit.
- Local schools include Larkmead School (2.4 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Dog House Hotel (within half a mile north-east)
- 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