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Paella party catering in Westhumble, Surrey
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Westhumble. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Big family gatherings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering near Westhumble
Paella party catering in Westhumble, cooked live
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For big birthdays and naming days and christenings, we’ll put together a menu of mixed paella, seafood paella and vegetable paella.
A country party near Westhumble is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
Why choose paella party catering in Westhumble?
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Westhumble, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Celebrations of life
- Big family gatherings
- Birthday parties
Nearby historic houses include Polesden Lacey (1.8 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payment is due
- The deadline for final numbers
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
The process
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Westhumble is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Let the neighbours know
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
FAQs for Westhumble
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Michael: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Frequently, yes, if there is a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send a picture and we will check.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Is live paella right for your party?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. 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.
Why choose Love Paella in Westhumble
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Westhumble
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Your choice of paellas
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
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What we need at the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Westhumble parties: what to know
Westhumble is about 2 miles north of Dorking, in Surrey. For paella party catering in Westhumble, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cook in all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 10 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Westhumble has its own station, Box Hill & Westhumble station. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Michael, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Westhumble, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RH5 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. That could mean a party in a garden on Adlers Lane, Chapel Lane and Burney Road. Nearby, we also cater parties in Pixham (1 mile south-east), Mickleham (1 mile north-east), Ranmore Common (2 miles south-west), Dorking (2 miles south) and Westcott (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (10 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (6 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north-east).
A little further out are Headley Court (3.6 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Westhumble includes Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
- Local schools include St Martin's CofE Controlled Primary School (1.2 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Stepping Stones pub (within half a mile east)
- Local facilities include Pippbrook House (1.2 miles south)
- 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