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Paella Party Catering in Hawridge
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hawridge and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Celebrations of life
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Planning an event in Hawridge?
FAQs for Hawridge
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
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 generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far is Hawridge from London?
About 29 miles from central London.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, we do. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Paella party catering in Hawridge, cooked live
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a picture if you’re unsure. For engagement and anniversary parties and street and neighbourhood parties, we can cook seafood paella, mixed paella and churros and more.
A country party near Hawridge is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Hawridge (HP5)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- The number of people
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Hosting a paella party in Hawridge
Hawridge is in Buckinghamshire. For a party in Hawridge, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Hawridge. We cover all 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Hawridge to Milton Keynes (21 miles away).
Historic houses near Hawridge include Cholesbury Manor House (0.9 miles west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Hawridge is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in HP5 is planned around your venue. From Hawridge Common and Hawridge Vale or a nearby road, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Hawridge, we also cover Bellingdon (1 mile south), Asheridge (1 mile south) and Chartridge (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Aylesbury (9 miles north-west), High Wycombe (10 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles south), Marlow (14 miles south-west), Amersham (5 miles south) and Beaconsfield (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Hawridge Court (0.6 miles south-east) and Chiltern Hospital (4.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hawridge include Sands Bank and Pavis Wood.
- Nearby, you will find The Rose & Crown pub (within half a mile south-east)
About the dishes
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Hawridge until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in Hawridge
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Hawridge:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family reunions
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Berkhamsted station is about 3.2 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, so the party carries on.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Hog roasts do not suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Events in Hawridge and across Buckinghamshire
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Where we can cook in Hawridge
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- 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