West Berkshire · England
Paella party catering in Stanmore, West Berkshire
Looking for paella party catering in Stanmore? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Christenings and naming days
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Stanmore?
Paella party catering for your party in Stanmore
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For anniversary celebrations and naming days and christenings, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella and more.
In a small place like Stanmore, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Stanmore (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Stanmore: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Nicholas?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you come out to small places like Stanmore?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Will it be noisy or smoky?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there’s cooking steam and smell but little smoke. Neighbours may well want an invitation.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Stanmore stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
About the dishes
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Parties in Stanmore: gardens, venues and local tips
Stanmore is about 8 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Tell us where your party in Stanmore will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Stanmore is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 15 miles away.
The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Stanmore, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in RG20 is planned around your venue. We also cook at parties in Catmore (2 miles north-west), West Ilsley (2 miles north), Brightwalton (3 miles west), Brightwalton Green (3 miles west) and Farnborough (3 miles north-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (13 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south), Hungerford (11 miles south-west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hampstead Norris Castle (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Churn Hill.
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Add a diet question to the invitation
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Sangria sets the mood.
For planners, venues and organisers
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Where we can cook in Stanmore
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
Places near Stanmore
Also in Stanmore
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. 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
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Stanmore
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Stanmore and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Christenings and naming days
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Nicholas, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Before booking anyone
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- 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