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Paella party catering in Poyle, Slough
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Poyle and the surrounding area.
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering in Poyle
Paella party catering in Poyle, made fresh on the day
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Typical bookings include retirement and leaving parties and neighbourhood celebrations, serving churros, seafood paella and tapas.
A country party near Poyle is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Planning a party in Poyle
Poyle is about 3 miles north of Staines-upon-Thames, in Slough. Wherever your party is in the SL3 area, we can bring the pans to you. Poyle is one of 31 places in Slough where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Poyle include Frogmore House (3.5 miles west) and Windsor Castle (3.9 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Thinking of a party in Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
For paella party catering in SL3, we plan around your venue. From Poplar Close, Sherborne Close and Bath Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at parties in Colnbrook (1 mile north-west), Horton (1 mile south-west), Brands Hill (1 mile west), Stanwell Moor (1 mile south-east) and Sunnymeads (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Slough (5 miles north-west), Cippenham (6 miles north-west), Chalvey (5 miles north-west), Britwell (6 miles north-west), Langley (3 miles north-west) and Upton (4 miles north-west).
A little further out are Spelthorne Museum (3.2 miles south) and Windsor Castle (3.9 miles west). Not far away are Crane Meadows and Staines Reservoirs.
- Nearby schools include Langley Grammar School (2.2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Punch Bowl pub (under half a mile north-west)
Also in Poyle
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
What paella party catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
Poyle questions
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Thomas: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Poyle?
The closest is Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Slough. See all areas.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Frequently, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
Dishes our guests love
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Churros
All ages love churros.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, it’s light in Poyle until about 9:20pm, 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.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Count adults and children separately
- Have bins ready
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
Children love watching the paella cook.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Paella compared with other options
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
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