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Paella Party Catering for Old Dean events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Old Dean.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Leaving dos and retirements
Paella party catering in Old Dean
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it’s light in Old Dean until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
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Paella party catering in Old Dean, made fresh on the day
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. Whether it is anniversary celebrations and neighbourhood celebrations, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, vegetable paella and mixed paella and more.
In a place like Old Dean, a garden party is usually the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will bring everything else. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Where we can cook in Old Dean
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Old Dean
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
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A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Events we cater in Old Dean
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
In Old Dean and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
After a christening at a church like St Martin's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides the crockery
- How late numbers can change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
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.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Your date and when you want to eat
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Is live paella right for your party?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why us?
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Party venues around Old Dean
Old Dean is about 1 mile north-east of Camberley, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Old Dean, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Old Dean. Old Dean is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. Our events stretch from Old Dean to Guildford (9 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Poors Allotment? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. If guests are coming by rail, Camberley station is about 1.5 miles away.
Here we cover the GU15 and GU19 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. From Esher Road, Gibbet Lane and Sutton Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. For parties just outside Old Dean, we cover Camberley (1 mile south-west), York Town (2 miles south-west), Frimley (3 miles south), College Town (3 miles west) and Watchmoor (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Farnham (10 miles south), Egham (9 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Frimley Park Hospital (2.4 miles south-west) and Surrey Heath Museum (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Old Dean include Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.
- Nearby schools include Pine Ridge Infant School (under half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find Jolly Farmer pub (under half a mile south-east)
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Common questions in Old Dean
Is Old Dean close to London?
Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Martin's Church?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Will the neighbours notice?
Gas cooking means steam and a good smell, not much smoke. The smell is typically the best advert for the party.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
- 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