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Paella catering in GU12
Planning an event in GU12? We cover Ash, Ash Vale and Ash Green and the rest of the district, with live paella cooked at your venue.
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What we do in GU12
- Festival & event paella
- Paella party catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
- All catering
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
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Paella catering across GU12
Paella is generous food: huge pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It makes the food an event in itself. Popular choices include vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and we are often booked for leaving dos and retirements and anniversaries and engagement parties.
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Cost
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Landmarks near Ash
Events here are frequently close to Church of St Peter, Ash Manor School and Aldershot Park and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Dover Arms (0.6 miles north-east), The Connaught School (1 mile south-west) and Walsh CofE Junior School (within half a mile south-west). Ash’s nearest station is Ash station, about 0.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Ash Museum (within half a mile north-east) and Guildford Hospital (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Ash includes Rowhill Nature Reserve and Hog's Back.
- Local facilities include Seale and Tongham (1.8 miles south)
Live paella across GU12: what to know
There are 3 towns and 2 villages and hamlets in GU12, so whether your event is in Aldershot, Ash and Ash Vale or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Ash: For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Peter, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Walsh CofE Junior School, can book us as a food stall. Evenings in Ash stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Who books paella catering?
Live paella is made for outdoor events: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Organising for someone else?
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Is live paella right for you?
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
GU12 questions
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How does live paella catering work?
We cook from scratch at your venue in big pans, in front of your guests, and serve straight from the pan.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Which paella is most popular?
It depends on your guests. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
- 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