Oxfordshire · England
Paella party catering in Hardwick, Oxfordshire
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hardwick and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Family reunions
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
Planning an event in Hardwick?
Paella party catering in Hardwick, cooked live
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Whether it is baby celebrations and family get-togethers, we can cook seafood paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
A country party near Hardwick is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Hardwick (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Dietary needs and planning tips
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Let the neighbours know
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Have bins ready
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Party venues around Hardwick
Hardwick is about 4 miles north of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your party in Hardwick will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 15 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.
Paella party catering in OX27 is planned around your venue. Other places close to Hardwick for paella party catering include Hethe (1 mile east), Stoke Lyne (1 mile south-west), Fringford (2 miles east), Bucknell (3 miles south-west) and Stratton Audley (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (15 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (14 miles south) and Bure Park (4 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Ardley Castle (2.8 miles south-west) and Bicester Community Hospital (4.6 miles south).
- Local pubs include Whitmore Arms Public House (1 mile east)
Space, weather and the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Towns and villages near Hardwick
Also in Hardwick
How the day works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Hardwick is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm 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 arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we’re needed on site
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Which courses you have in mind
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Hardwick: your questions answered
How far is Hardwick from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Hardwick for guests?
Bicester North station, about 4.2 miles south of the centre.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book 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.
Why choose paella party catering in Hardwick?
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Hardwick, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Christenings and naming days
- Big birthdays
- Celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Bicester North station is about 4.2 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the team stays
- Who provides the crockery
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What happens if it rains
- 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