Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Kidlington
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Kidlington. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Birthday parties
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How our paella party catering works in Kidlington
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and churros, and we are often booked for retirement celebrations and christenings and naming days.
Parties around Kidlington are frequently relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Where
- Kidlington (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Parties in Kidlington: gardens, venues and local tips
Kidlington is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in Kidlington. We cater in 443 places in Oxfordshire.
Historic houses near Kidlington include Blenheim Palace (3.5 miles north-west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.8 miles south). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Here we cover the OX5 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. From High Street, Sterling Road and Exeter Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Kidlington is on the A4260, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Other places close to Kidlington for paella party catering include Gosford (1 mile south-east), Hampton Poyle (1 mile north-east), Islip (2 miles east), Bletchingdon (2 miles north) and Enslow (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (5 miles south-east), Didcot (15 miles south), Bicester (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles south), Witney (9 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle (4.9 miles south) and Acland Hospital (4.3 miles south). The countryside around Kidlington includes Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Nearby schools include Gosford Hill School (0.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Red Lion pub (under half a mile north-west)
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have bins ready
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Warn the neighbours
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
How it works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Kidlington is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many courses
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and rough timings
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Roughly how many adults and children
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Perfect for your party in Kidlington
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there is little waste.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Big family gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
For guests coming by train, Oxford Parkway station is about 1.3 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- The wet-weather plan
- Payment terms and deposit
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Who provides the crockery
Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Kidlington
- A clear, itemised quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Planning the cooking area
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Kidlington
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Kidlington questions
Which station should guests use for Kidlington?
Oxford Parkway station, about 1.3 miles south of the centre.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. Let the neighbours know.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Is paella OK for kids?
Yes. Children typically love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you come to Kidlington?
We do. Kidlington is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Also near Kidlington
Also in Kidlington
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff