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Paella party catering in Littleton, Surrey
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Littleton.
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
Book paella party catering in Littleton
Littleton parties: what to know
Littleton is about 1 mile north of Farncombe, in Surrey. We bring paella party catering to homes, gardens and venues in Littleton and nearby villages. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey.
If guests are coming by rail, Farncombe station is about 1.3 miles away. Historic houses near Littleton include Loseley Park (under half a mile west) and Guildford Castle (1.7 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Littleton, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over the GU3 postcode area and the streets around it. For parties just outside Littleton, we cover Binscombe (1 mile south-west), Onslow Village (1 mile north), Compton (1 mile west), Hurtmore (2 miles south-west) and Wood Street Village (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Egham (15 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Surrey Police Museum (0.7 miles north-east) and Farnham Road Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Littleton includes Lower Lake and St Catherine's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Broadwater School (1.1 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Withies Inn (1 mile west)
About our paella party catering in Littleton
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and tapas, and we are regularly asked to cater wakes and memorial gatherings and summer garden parties.
A country party near Littleton is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Give separate numbers for children
- Add a diet question to the invitation
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Catering across Surrey, including Littleton
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
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About the dishes
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it is light in Littleton until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send 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 when you want to eat
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Planning the cooking area
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Littleton
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
FAQs for Littleton
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could we have live paella in Farncombe Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is my garden big enough?
Usually, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a photo of the space.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
Do you cater in Littleton?
We do. We cook at events in Littleton and across Surrey. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
There’s 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.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Who books paella party catering in Littleton?
It’s generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Birthday parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
After a christening at a church like Church of St Francis, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- 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