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Paella party catering in Waltham St Lawrence, Wokingham
Looking for paella party catering in Waltham St Lawrence? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Naming days and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Big family gatherings
Paella party catering for Waltham St Lawrence events
About our paella party catering in Waltham St Lawrence
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. Whether it’s big birthdays and celebrations of life, we can cook churros, vegetable paella and tapas for your guests.
In a small place like Waltham St Lawrence, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
The menu, dish by dish
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and rough timings
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Events in Waltham St Lawrence and across Wokingham
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
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Who books paella party catering in Waltham St Lawrence?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Waltham St Lawrence book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Baby celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Milestone birthdays
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Twyford station, about 2.6 miles west.
Questions to ask before you book
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
What happens on the day
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. Sunset in Waltham St Lawrence 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.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we’re done.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Waltham St Lawrence? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Parties in Waltham St Lawrence: gardens, venues and local tips
Waltham St Lawrence is about 4 miles south-west of Maidenhead, in Wokingham. Whether your party is in the middle of Waltham St Lawrence or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 35 towns and villages across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Waltham St Lawrence to Reading (8 miles away).
Historic houses near Waltham St Lawrence include Harleyford Manor (4.7 miles north). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. After a christening at a church like Church of St Lawrence, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
We cover parties in every part of the RG10 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a home on The Street, Halls Lane and Broadmoor Road. Close by, we cover parties in Kiln Green (1 mile north-west), Shurlock Row (1 mile south), Hungerford (1 mile south), The Holt (2 miles north-west) and Hare Hatch (2 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Reading (8 miles west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (7 miles south-west), Crowthorne (8 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
A little further out are St Mark's Hospital (3.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Hurley Chalk Pit and Weycock Hill.
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Your questions about paella party catering in Waltham St Lawrence
Which station should guests use for Waltham St Lawrence?
Twyford station, about 2.6 miles west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Waltham St Lawrence?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell. Let the neighbours know.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Usually, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a photo and we will check.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Do you cover Waltham St Lawrence?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Waltham St Lawrence. To check your date, send us your details through 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