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Paella party catering in Shellwood Cross, Surrey
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 Shellwood Cross.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Big birthdays
Book paella party catering in Shellwood Cross
Shellwood Cross questions
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cook in Newdigate Brickworks?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
How much does paella party catering cost in Shellwood Cross?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables can be added.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Paella party catering in Shellwood Cross, cooked live
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. We cook tapas, vegetable paella and churros, and typical bookings are for big family gatherings and anniversaries and engagement parties.
Country parties near Shellwood Cross suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
Shellwood Cross parties: what to know
Shellwood Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. For a party in Shellwood Cross, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Shellwood Cross is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Parks such as Newdigate Brickworks usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Shellwood Cross, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in RH2, we plan around your venue and your guests. Nearby, we also cater parties in Parkgate (1 mile south), Nalderswood (1 mile east), Newdigate (2 miles south), Norwood Hill (2 miles south-east) and Cudworth (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (5 miles north-east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Reigate Priory Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Why choose paella party catering in Shellwood Cross?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
If guests are coming by rail, Holmwood station is about 2.5 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Space, access and power needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit and payment dates
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Working with your venue
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Is live paella right for your party?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let the neighbours know
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. For a late-May party in Shellwood Cross, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Shellwood Cross
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- 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