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Paella party catering in Hedgerley, Slough
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hedgerley and the surrounding area.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Naming days and christenings
Paella party catering in Hedgerley
About our paella party catering in Hedgerley
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a photo if you are unsure. We’re often asked to cater christenings and naming days and big family gatherings, serving tapas, churros and seafood paella.
A country party near Hedgerley is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Parties in Hedgerley: gardens, venues and local tips
Hedgerley is about 3 miles south-east of Beaconsfield, in Slough. For a party in Hedgerley, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in 31 places across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 18 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Hedgerley include Cliveden (3.8 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Anywhere in SL2, we can bring paella party catering to you. Your party could be at a home on Jones Way, Hedgerley Hill and Cottage Park Road. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Egypt (1 mile south-west), Farnham Common (1 mile south-west), East Burnham (2 miles south-west), Littleworth Corner (2 miles west) and Farnham Royal (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (4 miles south), Cippenham (4 miles south), Chalvey (5 miles south), Langley (5 miles south-east), Upton (5 miles south) and Burnham (4 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wexham Park Hospital (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Pynesfield Lake.
- Local schools include Khalsa Secondary Academy (2 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse Public House (under half a mile north)
The process
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. For a late-May party in Hedgerley, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Occasions we cook for in Hedgerley
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big birthdays
- Neighbourhood celebrations
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Gerrards Cross station, about 2.3 miles north-east.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How each diet is kept separate
- Whether VAT is included
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Your questions about paella party catering in Hedgerley
Could we have live paella in Bulstrode Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Is Hedgerley close to London?
About 22 miles from central London.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you cover Hedgerley?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Hedgerley is within our area and the rest of Slough. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. Let the neighbours know.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Is live paella right for your party?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you are a guest too. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
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What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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