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Paella party catering in Kidmore End, Reading
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Kidmore End. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
Planning an event in Kidmore End?
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
How our paella party catering works in Kidmore End
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. For baby celebrations and garden parties and summer barbecues, we’ll put together a menu of churros, seafood paella and tapas and more.
In a small place like Kidmore End, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
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How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer party in Kidmore End stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Why choose live paella in Kidmore End?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Travel, parking and access
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we are needed on site
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and rough timings
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Count adults and children separately
- Let the neighbours know
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
Party venues around Kidmore End
Kidmore End is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. For a party in Kidmore End, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Kidmore End. We cook in 34 places in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (2.3 miles south-west) and Greys Court (3.1 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Tilehurst station is about 2.9 miles away.
Paella party catering in RG4 is planned around your venue and your guests. That could mean a party in a garden on Butlers Orchard, Coopers Pightle and Wood Lane or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Sonning Common (1 mile north-east), Peppard Hill (1 mile north), Kingwood Common (2 miles north), Rotherfield Peppard (2 miles north-east) and Shepherd's Green (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Norcot (4 miles south), West Reading (4 miles south), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south-west), Shinfield (7 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (10 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (3.4 miles south) and Battle Hospital (3.4 miles south). Not far away are Sonning Hill and Hartslock.
- Local schools include Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge (0.5 miles north-east) and The Warwick School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include Pack Horse Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Kidmore End questions
What’s the nearest station to Kidmore End for guests?
Tilehurst station, about 2.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Kidmore End?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Often, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a photo and we will check.
Do you cover Kidmore End?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Kidmore End. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Churros
All ages love churros.
For event organisers in Kidmore End
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
- 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