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Paella party catering in West End, Surrey
Looking for paella party catering in West End? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Big family gatherings
- Big birthdays
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering in West End
Paella party catering in West End, cooked live
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. For big family gatherings and wakes and celebrations of life, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Near West End, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Why choose live paella in West End?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in West End
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
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The process
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in West End is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- 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
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece.
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give separate numbers for children
We arrive before your guests to set up.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
West End parties: what to know
West End is about 1 mile south-west of Esher, in Surrey. Tell us where your party in West End will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cater in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 12 miles away.
Historic houses near West End include The Homewood (1 mile south-west) and Hampton Court Palace (3.3 miles north-east). 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 St George's, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
We cater parties across KT10 and KT12. Whether your party is on Esher Road, Garson Road and Lammas Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. Being close to the A244 and A307, West End is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Esher (1 mile north-east), Lower Green (1 mile north-east), Claygate (2 miles east), Hinchley Wood (2 miles north-east) and Weston Green (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (12 miles south-west), Woking (9 miles west), Camberley (15 miles west), Epsom (5 miles east), Redhill (13 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles east).
A little further out are Elmbridge Museum (0.9 miles north-east) and No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (2.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near West End include Claremont Lake and Jubilee Wood.
- Schools near West End include Esher Church School (0.8 miles east) and Esher Church of England High School (0.9 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Albert Arms (0.7 miles north-east)
What paella party catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The number of people
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The courses you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Organising for someone else?
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Organising a club, school or community event in West End? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Your questions about paella party catering in West End
Is West End close to London?
About 15 miles from central London.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St George's?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How much does paella party catering cost in West End?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we will reply with a price.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables are available.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
How early should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it is soon. Send your date and we will check.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Why choose paella party catering in West End?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Milestone birthdays
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Baby celebrations
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hersham station, about 1.1 miles north-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- The deadline for final numbers
- How long the team stays
- 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