Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Nettlebed
Paella 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 Nettlebed.
- Big birthdays
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Live paella party catering in Nettlebed
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
Booked staff help serve and clear.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
How our paella party catering works in Nettlebed
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. Whether it’s christenings and naming days and family reunions, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and churros.
In a small place like Nettlebed, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Area
- Nettlebed (RG9)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. A summer party in Nettlebed stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or RG9 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Nettlebed
Is Nettlebed too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We will check availability right away.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Normally, if there’s outdoor space to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Nettlebed
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Events we cater in Nettlebed
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Celebrations of life
- Big birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Greys Court (2.7 miles south-east) and Stonor Park (3 miles north-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
- How bad weather is handled
- Travel and parking costs
Nearby places to Nettlebed
Also in Nettlebed
Nettlebed parties: what to know
Nettlebed is about 7 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your party in Nettlebed will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our events stretch from Nettlebed to Reading (about 9 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nettlebed is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of the RG9 postcode area. From The Ridgeway, Wanbourne Lane and Watlington Street or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Nettlebed for paella party catering include Catslip (1 mile south-east), Highmoor (2 miles south), Highmoor Cross (2 miles south), Bix (2 miles south-east) and Shepherd's Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Didcot (11 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (5 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (9 miles north).
Green spaces nearby include Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Sun Inn Public House (under half a mile south-east)
- 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