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Paella party catering in Horton, Surrey
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Horton. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family reunions
- Birthday parties
Paella party catering in Horton
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Count adults and children separately
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Let the neighbours know
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Paella party catering in Horton, cooked live
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. We cook churros, seafood paella and tapas, and we’re frequently booked for big birthdays and anniversary celebrations.
Country parties near Horton suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Towns and villages near Horton
What else we do in Horton
Your questions about paella party catering in Horton
What’s the nearest station to Horton for guests?
The closest is Chessington South station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Horton?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. Children generally love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you supply plates?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
How far in advance should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Often, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a picture and we’ll check.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Should I cook it myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Why choose live paella in Horton?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you are a guest too. 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.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- We cover Horton and the whole of Surrey
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Why choose paella party catering in Horton?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Baby celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Milestone birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
Parks such as Horton Country Park normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
- A clear list of what’s included
What paella party catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many staff you need
- How many guests are eating
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The address or venue name
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Horton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Horton parties: what to know
Horton is about 1 mile north-west of Epsom, in Surrey. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Horton and nearby villages. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 13 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Local halls and clubs near Horton are an option if the garden is small. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Horton, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in KT19 and KT9, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on Horton Lane, Oakwood Avenue and Jenner Way. Other places close to Horton for paella party catering include Chessington (1 mile north), Epsom (1 mile south-east), Ewell (2 miles east), Old Malden (2 miles north-east) and Stoneleigh (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (12 miles west), Horley (13 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles south-east), Egham (12 miles north-west) and Reigate (9 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find The Ashley Centre (1.6 miles south-east) and Epsom Cluster (0.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Horton include Bonesgate Open Space and The Lake.
- Schools near Horton include Chessington Community College (0.9 miles north-west) and Kingswood House School (1.2 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.7 miles north)
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. For a late-May party in Horton, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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