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Paella party catering in Longwick, Buckinghamshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Longwick.
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Live paella party catering in Longwick
Paella party catering in Longwick, cooked live
It’s easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children generally love a simple chicken paella. Typical bookings include birthday parties and christenings and naming days, with seafood paella, churros and mixed paella.
Parties around Longwick are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. A paella pan fits right in. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Longwick (HP27)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
For event organisers in Longwick
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Common questions in Longwick
Do you cater in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Longwick close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there’s cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is typically the best advert for the party.
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Longwick
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Have bins ready
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Tell us how many children are coming
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Live paella or other catering?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Longwick and the whole of Buckinghamshire
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. For a late-May party in Longwick, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Related guides
Longwick parties: what to know
Longwick is about 5 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. For paella party catering in Longwick, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Longwick is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Monks Risborough station is about 1.3 miles away. Longwick is within about 6 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the HP27 postcode area. Streets in the area include Headland End, Wickfields and Furrow Drive, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Owlswick (1 mile north), Alscot (1 mile east), Pitch Green (1 mile south-west), Ilmer (1 mile north-west) and Horsenden (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (6 miles north), High Wycombe (9 miles south-east), Chesham (11 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (12 miles east) and Beaconsfield (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Great Kimble Dial Hill (2.4 miles east) and St John's Hospital (4.6 miles north). Open spaces near Longwick include Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
- Nearby schools include Princes Risborough School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Public House (within half a mile east)
Nearby places to Longwick
Other catering in Longwick
- 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