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Paella party catering in Trench Green, Reading
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Trench Green.
- Summer garden parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family get-togethers
Book paella party catering in Trench Green
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Let the neighbours know
- Count adults and children separately
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
About our paella party catering in Trench Green
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. For big birthdays and garden get-togethers, we can cook churros, vegetable paella and tapas.
A country party near Trench Green is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The paellas you choose
- How long we’re needed on site
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Events we cater in Trench Green
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Christenings and naming days
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Summer garden parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Historic houses near Trench Green include Mapledurham House (1.1 miles south-west) and Greys Court (4.3 miles north-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- The venue requirements
- If the price includes VAT
- How each diet is kept separate
Trench Green: your questions answered
How far is Trench Green from London?
About 40 miles from central London.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Do you cater in Trench Green?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Trench Green. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Trench Green.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Places near Trench Green
More for events in Trench Green
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
DIY paella versus live catering
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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 closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Party venues around Trench Green
Trench Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Whether your party is in the middle of Trench Green or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cover all 34 towns and villages in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 1.7 miles south. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Wherever your party is in RG4, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also cook at parties in Chazey Heath (1 mile east), Mapledurham (1 mile south-west), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-west), Norcot (2 miles south) and Tilehurst (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in West Reading (3 miles south), Shinfield (7 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south), Whitley Wood (6 miles south-east) and Fords Farm (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.6 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south). Open spaces near Trench Green include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Pack Horse Public House (0.5 miles north-east)
What happens on the day
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. A summer party in Trench Green 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.
- 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 is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Working with your venue
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Organising a club, school or community event in Trench Green? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
- 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