Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Kirtlington events
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Kirtlington and Oxfordshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Big family gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering for Kirtlington events
What happens on the day
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Kirtlington 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.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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How our paella party catering works in Kirtlington
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. For big birthdays and anniversaries and engagement parties, we can cook vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella.
In a small place like Kirtlington, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We serve straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Kirtlington (OX5)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella compared with other options
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Hosting a paella party in Kirtlington
Kirtlington is about 6 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. For a party in Kirtlington, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Kirtlington. We cook in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 9 miles away.
Historic houses near Kirtlington include Blenheim Palace (4.3 miles south-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
We cater parties across the OX5 postcode area. From South Green, Church Lane and Hatch Way or a nearby road, we can cook there. Close by, we cover parties in Bletchingdon (1 mile south), Enslow (1 mile south-west), Weston-on-the-Green (2 miles east), Hampton Poyle (3 miles south) and Weston Otmoor (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (9 miles south), Banbury (13 miles north), Bicester (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south), Witney (11 miles south-west) and Carterton (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Kirtlington includes Woodsides Meadow.
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
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 saves passing messages back and forth.
Why choose paella party catering in Kirtlington?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family reunions
- Christenings and naming days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tackley station, about 1.1 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
Kirtlington: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Kirtlington?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Which station should guests use for Kirtlington?
Tackley station, about 1.1 miles north-west of the centre.
How much does paella party catering cost in Kirtlington?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Frequently, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Let us know numbers and ages.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
DIY paella versus live catering
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Kirtlington
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Warn the neighbours
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
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