Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Yarnton
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Yarnton and Oxfordshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Family get-togethers
Paella party catering for Yarnton events
Paella party catering for your party in Yarnton
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. We cook mixed paella, churros and tapas, and we’re regularly asked to cater retirement celebrations and baby celebrations.
In a small place like Yarnton, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Yarnton (OX5)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why us?
- We cover Yarnton and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. For a late-May party in Yarnton, sunset is around 9:00pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:30pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Party venues around Yarnton
Yarnton is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your party is in the OX5 area, we can cook for your guests. We cook in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire.
Historic houses near Yarnton include Blenheim Palace (3.2 miles north-west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.4 miles south-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1.4 miles east.
For paella party catering in OX5, we plan around your venue. Streets in the area include Dashwood Avenue, Spencer Avenue and Merton Way, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Yarnton for paella party catering include Begbroke (1 mile north-west), Worton (1 mile west), Thrupp (2 miles north), Bladon (2 miles north-west) and Shipton-on-Cherwell (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (5 miles south-east), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Acland Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and Oxford Castle (4.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Yarnton includes Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Schools near Yarnton include Gosford Hill School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Red Lion pub (within half a mile south-west)
Other catering in Yarnton
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Your questions about paella party catering in Yarnton
Is Yarnton too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Yarnton from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables can be added.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. See all areas.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
There’s a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
About the dishes
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
For event organisers in Yarnton
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
When you are ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas to start keep hunger at bay.
Why choose paella party catering in Yarnton?
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Yarnton, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Baby celebrations
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- When payment is due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
- 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