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Paella Party Catering for Wheatley events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Wheatley.
- Big family gatherings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering in Wheatley
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. For a late-May party in Wheatley, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
How to get a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Wheatley, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Paella party catering for your party in Wheatley
We cater parties at homes, village halls with outdoor space, clubs and hired venues in and around Wheatley. Whether it’s milestone birthdays and street and neighbourhood parties, we will put together a menu of seafood paella, tapas and mixed paella for your guests.
Parties around Wheatley are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. Live paella fits right in. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Location
- Wheatley (OX33)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Wheatley
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
Wheatley: your questions answered
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Mary: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How far is Wheatley from London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Tell us how many children are coming.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A picture helps.
How far in advance should we book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We will check availability straight away.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Do you cater in Wheatley?
We do. Wheatley is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Why choose live paella in Wheatley?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why Wheatley hosts choose us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
About the dishes
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Towns and villages near Wheatley
Other catering in Wheatley
Planning a party in Wheatley
Wheatley is about 4 miles east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Across the OX33 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in 443 places in Oxfordshire.
Nearby historic houses include Garsington Manor (2.5 miles south-west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.9 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Wherever your party is in OX33, we can cook for your guests. From Church Road, High Street and Station Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Close by, we cover parties in Holton (1 mile north), Littleworth (1 mile west), Cuddesdon (2 miles south), Forest Hill (2 miles north-west) and Horspath (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (4 miles west), Didcot (11 miles south-west), Bicester (11 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south-west), Thame (7 miles east) and Kidlington (8 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Slade Hospital (2.8 miles west) and Templars Square (3.6 miles west). Not far away are CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Shotover.
- Schools near Wheatley include Wheatley Park School (0.6 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find 19 pub (under half a mile east)
Occasions we cook for in Wheatley
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Wheatley and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Before you book anyone
- The venue requirements
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the price includes, item by item
How we price paella party catering
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Your choice of paellas
- Waiting and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Timings and hours
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Count adults and children separately
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
- 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