Wokingham · England
Paella party catering in Hungerford, Wokingham
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hungerford.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family reunions
Book paella party catering in Hungerford
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Warn the neighbours
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Paella party catering in Hungerford, made fresh on the day
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. The food is our job. Typical bookings include retirement and leaving parties and street and neighbourhood parties, serving tapas, churros and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Hungerford suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Places near Hungerford
More for events in Hungerford
Step by step
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Hungerford is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the 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
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Related guides
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Hungerford questions
How far is Hungerford from London?
About 31 miles from central London.
Which station should guests use for Hungerford?
Twyford station, about 2.1 miles west of the centre.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Frequently, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a picture and we’ll check.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Hosting a paella party in Hungerford
Hungerford is about 4 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Tell us where your party in Hungerford will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 35 places across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 7 miles away.
This part of Wokingham takes in RG10. Local streets include Hungerford Lane and Wicks Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. We also cook at parties in Shurlock Row (1 mile east), Waltham St Lawrence (1 mile north), Hurst (2 miles south-west), Whistley Green (2 miles west) and Ruscombe (2 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Reading (7 miles west), Wokingham (4 miles south), Woodley (4 miles west), Earley (5 miles south-west), Crowthorne (6 miles south) and Lower Earley (5 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wokingham Hospital (4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Lavells Lake and South Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Public House (0.5 miles north)
What paella party catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Anything your venue supplies
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Paella compared with other options
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Catering across Wokingham, including Hungerford
- A clear, itemised quote
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work. The main points are:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- 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