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Paella catering in GU2
We cater across all of the GU2 postcode district, which takes in Stoughton, Westborough and Onslow Village. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Paella catering in GU2
Where we cater in GU2
What we do in GU2
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Festival & event paella
- Paella party catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Every service
Tell us your date, numbers and venue for a quote: use our quote form.
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How paella catering works in GU2
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. Once it’s ready, we serve it hot from the pan. We are frequently asked to cater staff parties and work lunches and wedding breakfasts and evening food, serving black rice, vegan paella and vegetable paella.
On the day, 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 the timing is planned around your event.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and diets.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- The rice cooks in full view, while tapas or canapés go round.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
What you’ll pay
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why hosts in GU2 choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
What’s near Stoughton
Locally, our events take us close to Chitty's Common, Wooden Bridge pub and Emmanuel Church. Nearby too are Christ's College (0.5 miles east), Stoughton Infant School (within half a mile east) and Rydes Hill Preparatory School (0.5 miles south-west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Guildford station, roughly 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (1.7 miles south-east) and Guildford Hospital (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Stoughton include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
Live paella across GU2: what to know
Across GU2, we cook in 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so whether your event is in Guildford, Stoughton and Westborough or a quiet village, the approach is the same: level ground, ventilation and agreed timings.
Stoughton: If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Stoughton Infant School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. For guests coming by train, Guildford station is about 1.4 miles away. Planning an evening event in Stoughton? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Why live paella works
There’s no kitchen needed, so it is at home in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Community events and fairs
- Birthday celebrations
Is live paella right for you?
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot.
What your quote should include
- How long the team stays
- Space, access and power needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who provides the crockery
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
A short rest after cooking helps, and that’s when we invite guests up.
We can add sangria and bar staff for your own drinks.
How we price paella catering
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
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
GU2: your questions answered
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Are premium seafood options available?
Tell us your preferences and we’ll suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium shellfish can be added.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you cook indoors?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
- 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