Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Kiddington
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Kiddington.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big family gatherings
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You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. We take care of the food. We are often asked to cater engagement and anniversary parties and celebrations of life, with tapas, vegetable paella and churros.
Country parties near Kiddington suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Area
- Kiddington (OX20)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Kiddington
Kiddington is about 7 miles north-west of Kidlington, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Kiddington to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Kiddington is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Kiddington to Oxford (13 miles away).
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Nicholas, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. For guests coming by train, Charlbury station is about 4.4 miles away.
We cook at parties all over the OX20 postcode area and the streets around it. For parties just outside Kiddington, we cover Enstone (2 miles west), Church Enstone (3 miles north-west), Little Tew (4 miles north-west), Great Tew (4 miles north) and Swerford (6 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south-east), Banbury (11 miles north), Bicester (10 miles east), Witney (9 miles south-west), Carterton (12 miles south-west) and Kidlington (7 miles south-east).
The countryside around Kiddington includes Blenheim Farm.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Is live paella right for your party?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there is no host stuck at the grill. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- We cover Kiddington and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Fast service from the pan
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Waiting and bar staff
- The length of service
- How many guests are eating
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Kiddington, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Common questions in Kiddington
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Kiddington close to London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Plan seats for most guests
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Let the neighbours know
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
Why choose paella party catering in Kiddington?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Kiddington and Oxfordshire:
- Summer garden parties
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Historic houses near Kiddington include Blenheim Palace (4.6 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
- How bad weather is handled
- Payment terms and deposit
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. For a late-May party in Kiddington, sunset is around 9:00pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:30pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Towns and villages near Kiddington
Also in Kiddington
- 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