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Paella Party Catering for Thorpe events
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Thorpe and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Naming days and christenings
Planning an event in Thorpe?
Thorpe questions
What’s the nearest station to Thorpe for guests?
The closest is Virginia Water station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Can you cook in Penton Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Tell us how many children are coming.
How much does paella party catering cost in Thorpe?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue, and it is a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Paella party catering in Thorpe, made fresh on the day
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. Typical bookings include neighbourhood celebrations and anniversary celebrations, serving mixed paella, vegetable paella and seafood paella.
In a small place like Thorpe, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
How it 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 Thorpe, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Planning paella party catering in Thorpe? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Tell us how many children are coming
Children love watching the paella cook.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Towns and villages near Thorpe
More for events in Thorpe
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Party venues around Thorpe
Thorpe is about 2 miles south-east of Egham, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in Thorpe will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Thorpe is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Historic houses near Thorpe include Botleys Mansion (2.5 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
For paella party catering in TW20, we plan around your venue and timings. Local streets include Village Road, Western Avenue and Midway Avenue; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Thorpe is on the B388, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. For parties just outside Thorpe, we cover Thorpe Green (1 mile south-west), Stroude (1 mile west), Egham Hythe (1 mile north), Penton Hook (1 mile east) and Virginia Water (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles south), Woking (7 miles south), Camberley (10 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (13 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Spelthorne Museum (1.9 miles north-east) and Runnymede Hospital (2.2 miles south). The countryside around Thorpe includes Gracious Pond and Manor Lake.
- Schools near Thorpe include The American School In England (under half a mile east) and The Magna Carta School (1.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (within half a mile south)
Occasions we cook for in Thorpe
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Family get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Parks such as Penton Park normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
How we price paella party catering
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How many guests are eating
- Your choice of paellas
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
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.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The courses you’d like
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Where the event is
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
- 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