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Paella Party Catering in Gallowstree Common
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Gallowstree Common: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests.
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering for Gallowstree Common events
Paella party catering for your party in Gallowstree Common
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. Typical bookings include family reunions and anniversaries and engagement parties, serving vegetable paella, mixed paella and tapas.
Country parties near Gallowstree Common 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.
How it works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. A summer party in Gallowstree Common stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, 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 pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Gallowstree Common, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
Parties in Gallowstree Common: gardens, venues and local tips
Gallowstree Common is about 3 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Tell us where your party in Gallowstree Common will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in 34 places in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (2.6 miles south-west) and Greys Court (2.8 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St John the Baptist, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Anywhere in RG4, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater a party on streets such as Reades Lane, Hearns Lane and Horsepond Road or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Cane End (1 mile south-west), Hook End (2 miles north-west), Stoke Row (2 miles north), Checkendon (3 miles north-west) and Woodcote (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (3 miles south-east), Norcot (4 miles south), West Reading (4 miles south), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south), Shinfield (8 miles south) and Arborfield Garrison (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Battle Hospital (4.1 miles south). Not far away are Hartslock.
- Nearby schools include The Warwick School (0.6 miles south-east) and Kidmore End Church of England Primary School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Reformation pub (within half a mile west)
How we price paella party catering
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we are needed on site
- How many courses
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Gallowstree Common: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Gallowstree Common too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Count adults and children separately
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Who books paella party catering in Gallowstree Common?
It’s sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Gallowstree Common and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Christenings and naming days
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
For guests coming by train, Tilehurst station is about 3.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When final numbers are due
- 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