Surrey · England
Paella Party Catering for Shortheath events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Shortheath: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering near Shortheath
Shortheath parties: what to know
Shortheath is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Shortheath will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cater in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Shortheath to Guildford (11 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Underdown nature reserve? Cooking in a public park normally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Farnham station, about 1.3 miles north-east. Shortheath is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
For paella party catering in GU9 and GU10, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Shortheath Road, Little Thurbans Close and Sunnydell Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Shortheath is on the B3384, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Wrecclesham (1 mile west), Boundstone (1 mile south), Rowledge (1 mile south-west), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (8 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (1.2 miles north). Not far away are Aunt's Pool and Farnham Heath.
- Schools near Shortheath include Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west) and Weydon School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak Public House (0.5 miles west)
Paella party catering in Shortheath, cooked live
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there’s a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a photo if you are unsure. Whether it is birthday parties and retirement celebrations, we can cook vegetable paella, churros and mixed paella.
A country party near Shortheath is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
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How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Shortheath? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it is light in Shortheath until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your 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.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Shortheath questions
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’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cook in Underdown nature reserve?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables are available.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Should I cook it myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Warn the neighbours
- Give separate numbers for children
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
We’re set up before guests arrive.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
For event organisers in Shortheath
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Live paella or other catering?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Events we cater in Shortheath
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Shortheath, people book us for occasions like:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Naming days and christenings
- Family get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- Whether VAT is included
- The deadline for final numbers
- What happens if it rains
- 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