Windsor and Maidenhead · England
Paella Party Catering for Sunningdale events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Sunningdale: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering near Sunningdale
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
How our paella party catering works in Sunningdale
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. We’re often asked to cater street and neighbourhood parties and retirement celebrations, with seafood paella, churros and vegetable paella.
In a place like Sunningdale, a garden party is generally the easiest option. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will do the rest. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Sunningdale (SL5)
- County
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Parties in Sunningdale: gardens, venues and local tips
Sunningdale is about 4 miles south-west of Egham, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Anywhere in SL5, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cook in all 57 towns and villages across Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Sunningdale to Guildford (about 11 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Sunningdale station, about 0.5 miles south. Thinking of a party in Silwood Park? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
We cover parties in every part of the SL5 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a home on Station Road, High Street and Church Road or the roads around them. You will find Sunningdale on the B383, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Broomhall (1 mile south-east), South Ascot (1 mile west), Brick Hill (2 miles south), Windlesham (2 miles south) and Chobham (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidenhead (9 miles north-west), Windsor (5 miles north), Boyn Hill (9 miles north-west), North Ascot (3 miles north-west), Cookham (12 miles north) and Furze Platt (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are Heatherwood Hospital (2.3 miles west) and Chobham Museum (3.9 miles south). Not far away are Virginia Water Lake and Gracious Pond.
- Local schools include Sunningdale School (within half a mile south) and Charters School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Belvedere Arms (0.9 miles north-east)
Occasions we cook for in Sunningdale
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Sunningdale and Windsor and Maidenhead:
- Naming days and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
After a christening at a church like Holy Trinity Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How bad weather is handled
- A clear list of what’s included
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Timings and hours
The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
Send us the date, your venue or SL5 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Tell us how many children are coming
We are set up before guests arrive.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Sunningdale: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Sunningdale for guests?
Sunningdale station, about 0.5 miles south of the centre.
We’re having a ceremony at Holy Trinity Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We will check availability straight away.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
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What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. Sunset in Sunningdale is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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