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Paella catering in GU9
Live paella catering across GU9, from Farnham, Upper Hale and Hog Hatch. Weddings, parties, work events and festivals, with every diet catered for.
Paella catering in GU9
Towns and villages in GU9
- Farnham
- Upper Hale
- Hog Hatch
- Weybourne
- Heath End
- Badshot Lea
- Shortheath
- Hale
- Lower Bourne
- Wrecclesham
- Runfold
- Compton
Our catering across GU9
- Festival & event paella
- Live paella catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Corporate paella catering
- See all our catering
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Paella catering across GU9
Paella was made for feeding a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That’s exactly what we bring to your event in GU9. On the menu are black rice, chicken and chorizo paella and paella Valenciana, and typical bookings are for leaving dos and retirements and community events and fairs.
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
Cost
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why hosts in GU9 choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Events in GU9 and across Surrey
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Ask for a quote
Thinking about paella catering for your event in GU9? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Local landmarks in Farnham
Around Farnham, we cater at gardens, homes and venues near Moor Park, St Joan of Arc's Church and Weydon School and the streets around them. You will also find William Cobbett Public House (less than half a mile north-west), St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile east) and Farnham College (within half a mile south-east). Farnham has its own railway station: Farnham station, handy for guests travelling by train. Nearby you’ll also find Museum of Farnham (less than half a mile north-west) and Farnham Castle (0.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Farnham Park and Aunt's Pool.
Live paella across GU9: what to know
From Farnham, Lower Bourne and Upper Hale to 6 villages and hamlets, events across GU9 range from town-centre venues to gardens and fields, and live paella works in all of them. Town events mean planning parking; village events mean planning access.
Farnham: If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like St Joan of Arc's Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (0.6 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. Around midsummer it stays light in Farnham until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich fish stock, cooked until the rice is golden. It’s the pan people photograph.
Vegetable and vegan paella
Seasonal vegetables on a rich sofrito base make a proper main dish. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Who books paella catering?
There is no kitchen needed, so it is at home in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
- Birthday celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Common questions in GU9
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including GU9.
What is live paella catering?
We bring everything needed to cook on site, cook while everyone watches, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Which paellas do you recommend?
Two or three is usual: chicken or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. See the sample menu.
Can paella be the only main course?
Yes. Paella with bread and salad makes a full main course, and tapas or dessert can be added.
- 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