Buckinghamshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Ilmer
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Ilmer.
- Big family gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering in Ilmer
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Give separate numbers for children
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
We are set up before guests arrive.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Paella party catering in Ilmer, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Typical bookings include retirement celebrations and baby celebrations, serving mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and tapas.
A country party near Ilmer is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Area
- Ilmer (HP27)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Ilmer
Do you come out to small places like Ilmer?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Peter?
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 usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
How many paellas should we have?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Do you come to Ilmer?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Ilmer is within our area and the rest of Buckinghamshire. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Normally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a photo and we will check.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Where we can cook in Ilmer
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Ilmer
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Party venues around Ilmer
Ilmer is about 4 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. From the centre of Ilmer to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Ilmer is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 15 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Monks Risborough station is about 2.5 miles away. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Ilmer, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in HP27, we plan around your venue and timings. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Longwick (1 mile south-east), Holly Green (1 mile south), Forty Green (1 mile south), Owlswick (1 mile east) and Pitch Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Aylesbury (6 miles north-east), High Wycombe (10 miles south-east), Chesham (12 miles east), Marlow (13 miles south), Amersham (13 miles east) and Beaconsfield (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (3.6 miles west) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (3.4 miles east). Not far away are Beacon Hill and Snakemoor.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. A summer party in Ilmer stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
How to get a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why choose paella party catering in Ilmer?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Ilmer, people book us for events such as:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if it rains
What affects the price in Ilmer
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many adults and children
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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More for events in Ilmer
Live paella or other catering?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you’re free to enjoy it. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Ilmer
- A quote that spells everything out
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Events in Ilmer and across Buckinghamshire
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ilmer? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
- 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