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Paella Party Catering for Pitland Street events
Looking for paella party catering in Pitland Street? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Live paella party catering in Pitland Street
Paella party catering for your party in Pitland Street
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. We are often asked to cater street and neighbourhood parties and garden parties and summer barbecues, with churros, mixed paella and seafood paella.
In a small place like Pitland Street, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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.
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Pitland Street parties: what to know
Pitland Street is about 5 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Pitland Street, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Pitland Street is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. Our events stretch from Pitland Street to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St Mary The Virgins Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Gomshall station, about 2.7 miles north-west. Pitland Street is within about 2 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in RH5, we can cook for your guests. Whether your party is on Horsham Road, Pitland Street and Holmbury Hill Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Holmbury St Mary (1 mile north), Peaslake (2 miles west), Ewhurst (3 miles south-west), Ewhurst Green (3 miles south) and Mayes Green (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (8 miles north-west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (1.2 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (1.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
- Schools near Pitland Street include Hurtwood House (1 mile south-west)
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
It is one of the most popular pans at parties.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Occasions we cook for in Pitland Street
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Family reunions
Parks such as Wotton and Abinger Commons typically need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Questions to ask before booking
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if it rains
- Staff numbers and hours
- When final numbers are due
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. For a late-May party in Pitland Street, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Count adults and children separately
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, from a safe distance.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Common questions in Pitland Street
How far is Pitland Street from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Often, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Places near Pitland Street
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Paella compared with other options
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
- 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