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Paella Party Catering for Wendlebury events
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Wendlebury and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Paella party catering near Wendlebury
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella fits perfectly. Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Wendlebury
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- A clear, itemised quote
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Paella party catering in Wendlebury, made fresh on the day
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. Whether it’s street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, we can cook seafood paella, churros and mixed paella for your guests.
In a small place like Wendlebury, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Wendlebury (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Wendlebury
Wendlebury is about 2 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX25, we can cook for your guests. We cook in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 9 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Bicester Village station, about 2.1 miles north-east.
We cater parties across OX25. Whether your party is on Church Lane, St Giles Close and Rectory Close or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Chesterton (1 mile north), Merton (2 miles south-east), Fencott (2 miles south-east), Charlton-on-Otmoor (2 miles south) and Ambrosden (3 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (9 miles south), Banbury (15 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south), Witney (14 miles south-west), Thame (13 miles south-east) and Kidlington (6 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (2 miles north-east) and Ardley Castle (4.9 miles north). The countryside around Wendlebury includes Woodsides Meadow and Graven Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion Public House (less than half a mile east)
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Guest numbers
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Any dietary needs and allergies
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Wendlebury, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
The process
Here’s how the day normally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. A summer party in Wendlebury stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
Should I cook it myself?
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Why choose paella party catering in Wendlebury?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Wendlebury book us for events such as:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Birthday parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Naming days and christenings
After a christening at a church like Church of St Giles, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- When payment is due
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Wendlebury: your questions answered
How far is Wendlebury from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Giles?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much does paella party catering cost in Wendlebury?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
For event organisers in Wendlebury
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Wendlebury? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Let the neighbours know
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear so you can relax.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
- 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