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Paella Party Catering in Tilford Common
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Tilford Common.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella party catering in Tilford Common
Paella party catering in Tilford Common, made fresh on the day
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. For anniversaries and engagement parties and retirement celebrations, we can cook churros, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella and more.
In a small place like Tilford Common, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
Planning a party in Tilford Common
Tilford Common is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Wherever your party is in the GU10 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Tilford Common is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Thinking of a party in Thundry Meadows? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Farnham station, about 3.2 miles north-west. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tilford Common, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cover parties in every part of GU10. If your venue is just outside Tilford Common, we also cover Tilford Reeds (1 mile north-west), Tilford (1 mile north), Rushmoor (1 mile south), Charleshill (2 miles north-east) and Millbridge (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (10 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Duke of Cambridge pub (within half a mile north-east)
Why choose live paella in Tilford Common?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Tilford Common
- A quote that spells everything out
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Towns and villages near Tilford Common
What else we do in Tilford Common
Why choose paella party catering in Tilford Common?
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Tilford Common, people book us for occasions like:
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big family gatherings
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of All Saints, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What happens if it rains
- Staff numbers and hours
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Common questions in Tilford Common
Is Tilford Common too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How far in advance should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you cover Tilford Common?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Tilford Common is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue, and it is a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
What affects the price in Tilford Common
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
- Travel, parking and access
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. A summer party in Tilford Common stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the 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.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Planning the cooking area
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
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- 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