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Paella Party Catering for Mortimer events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Mortimer.
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
Paella party catering for Mortimer events
Where we can cook in Mortimer
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Mortimer
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
About our paella party catering in Mortimer
Paella is relaxed food: it is served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. We are often asked to cater family reunions and anniversaries and engagement parties, with seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and churros.
Around Mortimer, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. A paella pan fits right in. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Mortimer (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. At midsummer, it is light in Mortimer until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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What affects the price in Mortimer
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of paellas
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we’re needed on site
- The number of people
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Mortimer hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria and bar staff available
Take a look at How we price And What paella catering costs.
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Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Warn the neighbours
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Your questions about paella party catering in Mortimer
Could we have live paella in Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
How far is Mortimer from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We will check availability straight away.
Parties in Mortimer: gardens, venues and local tips
Mortimer is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Wherever your party is in the RG7 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cater in all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Mortimer to Reading (about 6 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Stratfield Saye House (3.6 miles south-east) and The Vyne (4.9 miles south). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Parks such as Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Local streets include The Street, Croft Road and Leigh Field; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Mortimer, we also cover Stratfield Mortimer (1 mile east), Mortimer West End (1 mile south-west), Goddard's Green (2 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north) and Wokefield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Calleva Museum (2 miles south-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Mortimer includes Hosehill Lake.
- Local schools include The Willink School (1.4 miles north) and The Willink School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find Horse and Groom pub (less than half a mile east)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Events we cater in Mortimer
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Mortimer and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday parties
- Celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
After a christening at a church like Mortimer Methodist Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before you book anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel and parking costs
- 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