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Paella catering in KT5
Paella, tapas and desserts across KT5, from Tolworth, Berrylands and Surbiton. Weddings, parties, work events and festivals, with every diet catered for.
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Where we cater in KT5
Our catering across KT5
- Wedding paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Paella party catering
- Festival & event paella
- Tapas & canapé catering
- See all our catering
Tell us your date, numbers and venue and we’ll reply with a menu and a price: use our quote form.
Paella catering in KT5: what to expect
Paella has always been food for a crowd: cooked in the open in a big, shallow pan and shared straight from it. That’s what we bring to events in KT5. Typical bookings include naming days and family parties and staff parties and work lunches, serving mixed paella, vegetable paella and vegan paella.
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Pricing in KT5
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella
- Events in KT5 and across Greater London
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
What’s near Tolworth
In Tolworth, that can mean a party near Emmanuel, Hogsmill LNR and Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School. You’ll also find Shrewsbury House School (1.1 miles west) and Richard Challoner School (0.7 miles east). Tolworth’s nearest station is Tolworth station, about 0.5 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tolworth Hospital (0.5 miles south-west) and Municipal Borough of Surbiton (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Tolworth includes Southwood Open Space and The Lake.
Planning live paella in KT5
KT5 covers everything from Surbiton, Tolworth and Surbiton Park to 0 small villages and hamlets, and live paella works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Tolworth: Parks such as Hogsmill LNR typically need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Emmanuel, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. Evenings in Tolworth 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.
Events we cater in KT5
Live paella is made for outdoor events: it’s cooked in the open, served hot and eaten together.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Company summer parties
- Retirement celebrations
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
The menu, dish by dish
Paella Valenciana
In Valencia, the recipe is fiercely debated. The classic version is chicken, green beans and butter beans with saffron.
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is normally served with alioli. It’s a striking addition to a seafood menu.
How we price paella catering
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many staff you need
- How many courses
- How long we are needed on site
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Vans serve one order at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit and payment dates
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- A clear list of what’s included
KT5 questions
Which paellas suit our guests?
It depends on your guests. A chicken or mixed paella is generally the most popular, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
How much is live paella catering?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Is paella a full meal?
Paella is a meal in itself. Tapas and desserts can be added if you like.
- 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