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Paella Party Catering in Great Milton
Planning paella party catering in Great Milton? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering near Great Milton
Hosting a paella party in Great Milton
Great Milton is about 5 miles west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Great Milton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Great Milton is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 7 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Great Milton, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over the OX44 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a home on Church Road, Fullers Field and Green Hitchings or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Great Haseley (1 mile south-east), Milton Common (1 mile east), Tiddington (2 miles north-east), Albury (2 miles north-east) and Draycott (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles west), Didcot (10 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles west), Thame (5 miles east) and Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (2.1 miles north) and Slade Hospital (5.1 miles west). Open spaces near Great Milton include Shotover and Wells Farm.
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (within half a mile south-west)
Paella party catering in Great Milton, made fresh on the day
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. Typical bookings include street and neighbourhood parties and christenings and naming days, with tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and churros.
In a small place like Great Milton, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Where
- Great Milton (OX44)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Great Milton
What else we do in Great Milton
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have bins ready
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give separate numbers for children
We’re set up before guests arrive, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Great Milton: your questions answered
Can you cook at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Great Milton?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
Why choose paella party catering in Great Milton?
Any occasion works, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Great Milton and Oxfordshire:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Big family gatherings
Historic houses near Great Milton include Garsington Manor (3.1 miles west) and Adwell House (4.5 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- When payment is due
- Allergen information for each dish
- VAT, if it applies
For event organisers in Great Milton
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Great Milton stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Great Milton
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Drinks service on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
Should I cook it 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. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
- 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