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Paella party catering in Parkgate, Surrey
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 Parkgate.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering for Parkgate events
Paella party catering in Parkgate, cooked live
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella, and typical bookings are for summer garden parties and milestone birthdays.
Country parties near Parkgate suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Perfect for your party in Parkgate
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Parkgate, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
Thinking of a party in Newdigate Brickworks? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
What to look for in a quote
- The venue requirements
- Who provides the crockery
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
Questions from Parkgate
What’s the nearest station to Parkgate for guests?
Holmwood station, about 2.1 miles west of the centre.
Could we have live paella in Newdigate Brickworks?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. Send us a picture.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Typically. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Party venues around Parkgate
Parkgate is about 4 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. We cater parties at homes, gardens and venues in Parkgate and nearby villages. Parkgate is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cook. Our events stretch from Parkgate to Guildford (about 14 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Holmwood station, about 2.1 miles west. Parkgate is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RH5 postcode area. We can cater a party on streets such as Broad Lane, Mill Lane and Becket Wood or the roads around them. For parties just outside Parkgate, we cover Shellwood Cross (1 mile north), Newdigate (1 mile south-west), Cudworth (2 miles south), Nalderswood (2 miles north-east) and Norwood Hill (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (6 miles north-east), Ewell (12 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles north-east).
A little further out are Langley Green Hospital (5.1 miles south-east) and Betchworth Castle (3.8 miles north). Open spaces near Parkgate include Reigate Heath and Leith Hill.
What affects the price in Parkgate
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Step by step
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Parkgate stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the 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.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Also near Parkgate
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Why choose live paella in Parkgate?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. 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.
Why choose Love Paella in Parkgate
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Events in Parkgate and across Surrey
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Where we can cook in Parkgate
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Let the neighbours know
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
At food time, we serve straight from the pan.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
- 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