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Paella Party Catering in Sandford St Martin
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Sandford St Martin.
- Milestone birthdays
- Baby celebrations
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Live paella party catering in Sandford St Martin
About our paella party catering in Sandford St Martin
A paella party works in most gardens, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a photo. Typical bookings include birthday parties and naming days and christenings, serving churros, mixed paella and seafood paella.
Country parties near Sandford St Martin suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Sandford St Martin (OX7)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Sunset in Sandford St Martin is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
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.
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How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we are needed on site
- How many courses
- The number of people
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
Where we can cook in Sandford St Martin
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Sandford St Martin
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
Questions from Sandford St Martin
Do you come out to small places like Sandford St Martin?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Sandford St Martin for guests?
The closest is Heyford station, roughly 4.1 miles away.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Fast service from the pan
Read How we price And The cost guide.
Perfect for your party in Sandford St Martin
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
In Sandford St Martin and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
For guests coming by train, Heyford station is about 4.1 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Space, access and power needs
Planning a party in Sandford St Martin
Sandford St Martin is about 9 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Sandford St Martin, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Sandford St Martin. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 14 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Martin, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX7, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Mill Lane, Manor Road and Ledwell Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Westcott Barton (1 mile south-east), Middle Barton (1 mile east), Nether Worton (2 miles north), Steeple Barton (2 miles south-east) and Duns Tew (3 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (14 miles south-east), Banbury (9 miles north), Bicester (10 miles east), Witney (11 miles south-west), Carterton (15 miles south-west) and Kidlington (9 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Deddington Castle (4.5 miles north-east) and Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (2.3 miles north-west).
- Local pubs include The Fox Public House (1 mile south-east)
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Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Give separate numbers for children
- Add a diet question to the invitation
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
- 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