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Paella Party Catering in Shere
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Shere and across Surrey.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Live paella party catering in Shere
Is live paella right for your party?
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Drinks service on request
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Paella party catering in Shere, cooked live
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. Whether it is street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and anniversaries and engagement parties, we will put together a menu of churros, seafood paella and tapas.
In a small place like Shere, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
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Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. For a late-May party in Shere, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Hosting a paella party in Shere
Shere is about 5 miles east of Guildford, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the GU5 area, we can cook for your guests. Shere is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
For guests coming by train, Gomshall station is about 1.1 miles away. Thinking of a party in Colekitchen Down? Cooking in a public park usually needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. Shere is within about a mile of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over the GU5 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Lower Street, Orchard Road and Shere Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Gomshall (1 mile east), Albury Heath (1 mile south-west), Little London (1 mile south-west), Albury (1 mile west) and Abinger Hammer (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (5 miles west), Woking (8 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Shere Museum (under half a mile east) and Abinger Castle (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
- Local pubs include The White Horse Public House (within half a mile south-east)
What we need at the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Your questions about paella party catering in Shere
We’re having a ceremony at The Church of St James: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Shere too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
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.
Do you cook inside?
Normally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
- 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