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Paella party catering in Nalderswood, Surrey
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Nalderswood.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering for Nalderswood events
Party venues around Nalderswood
Nalderswood is about 3 miles west of Horley, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Nalderswood, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 15 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Bartholomew, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Salfords station is about 3.4 miles away. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Nalderswood, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RH2 postcode area. Your party could be at a home on Smalls Hill Road and Deanoak Lane. We also cook at parties in Norwood Hill (1 mile south-east), Shellwood Cross (1 mile west), Parkgate (2 miles south-west), Cudworth (2 miles south-west) and Charlwood (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (15 miles west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (3 miles east), Redhill (4 miles north-east), Ewell (11 miles north) and Reigate (3 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Reigate Priory Museum (3.3 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (3.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
Paella party catering for your party in Nalderswood
A paella party works in most gardens, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a picture. On the menu are tapas, seafood paella and mixed paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and anniversaries and engagement parties.
In a small place like Nalderswood, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Why choose paella party catering in Nalderswood?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
In Nalderswood and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
Parks such as Edolph's Copse typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Comparing caterers
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The wet-weather plan
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What affects the price in Nalderswood
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Paella compared with other options
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
Organising for someone else?
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.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. For a late-May party in Nalderswood, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- 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.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Your questions about paella party catering in Nalderswood
Is Nalderswood close to London?
About 22 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Could we have live paella in Edolph's Copse?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need level ground, clearance and access. A picture helps.
- 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