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Paella party catering in South Earlswood, Surrey
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in South Earlswood and across Surrey.
- Retirement celebrations
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Paella party catering near South Earlswood
How our paella party catering works in South Earlswood
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We cook tapas, vegetable paella and mixed paella, and typical bookings are for big birthdays and engagement and anniversary parties.
In a small place like South Earlswood, 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. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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 planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
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Planning a party in South Earlswood
South Earlswood is about 2 miles south of Redhill, in Surrey. For paella party catering in South Earlswood, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around South Earlswood. We cook in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from South Earlswood to Guildford (18 miles away).
Thinking of a party in Earlswood Common? 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 Earlswood (Surrey) station, about 0.9 miles north. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of South Earlswood, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in RH1, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on Maple Road, Heston Road and Horley Road. Other places close to South Earlswood for paella party catering include Earlswood (1 mile north), Salfords (1 mile south), Meadvale (1 mile north-west), Redhill (2 miles north) and South Nutfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Epsom (9 miles north-west), Ewell (10 miles north), Caterham (6 miles north-east), Dorking (7 miles west), Ashtead (9 miles north-west) and Leatherhead (9 miles north-west).
A little further out are The Belfry (1.8 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near South Earlswood include Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
- Schools near South Earlswood include Reigate School (1.2 miles north-west) and Dunottar School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Flying Scud pub (1 mile north)
What affects the price in South Earlswood
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many guests are eating
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- What the venue already provides
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your party in South Earlswood
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
In South Earlswood and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Christ the King, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Travel and parking costs
The process
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. For a late-May party in South Earlswood, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in South Earlswood? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for South Earlswood
Is South Earlswood too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is South Earlswood close to London?
About 20 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
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.
Can you supply crockery?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables can be added.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Where we can cook in South Earlswood
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we offer
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Warn the neighbours
Children love watching the paella cook, at a safe distance.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
- 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