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Paella party catering in Nork, Surrey
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Nork: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
- Family get-togethers
Paella party catering for Nork events
How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The number of people
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
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.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Roughly how many adults and children
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Paella party catering for your party in Nork
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. Whether it is leaving dos and retirements and family reunions, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and churros for your guests.
Parties around Nork are frequently relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. A paella pan fits right in. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
For event organisers in Nork
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. For a late-May party in Nork, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Paella compared with other options
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you are a guest too. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Nork
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
Nork parties: what to know
Nork is about 2 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Anywhere in SM7, we can cook for your guests. We cater in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Nork to London (about 13 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Banstead station, about 0.6 miles north-east. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Nork can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook. Nork is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cook at parties all over the SM7 and KT17 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Rowan Close, Parsonsfield Road and Nork Way; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. With the B291 close by, Nork is simple for us to get to with everything for your party. Other places close to Nork for paella party catering include Epsom Downs (1 mile west), Great Burgh (1 mile south-west), Burgh Heath (1 mile south), North Looe (1 mile north-west) and Tattenham Corner (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (15 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south), Ewell (3 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (9 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Cockney Museum (3 miles north) and Banstead Hospital (1.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Nork includes Cuddington Meadows and Colley Hill.
- Schools near Nork include The Beacon School (0.6 miles south-east) and The Beacon School (0.6 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Sutton and Cheam (2.8 miles north)
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Nearby places to Nork
Other catering in Nork
Planning for every diet
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Have bins ready
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Have cover ready for a shower
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Your questions about paella party catering in Nork
Could we have live paella in Priest Hill?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
What’s the nearest station to Nork for guests?
The closest is Banstead station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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