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Paella catering in KT7
We cook at events in every part of the KT7 postcode district, including Thames Ditton, Weston Green and Esher. Everything is cooked live on the day.
Book live paella in KT7
Towns and villages in KT7
What we do in KT7
- Festival & event paella
- Paella party catering
- Wedding paella catering
- Live paella catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Every service
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Paella catering in KT7: what to expect
Paella is generous food: huge pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It turns a meal into an occasion. We cook paella Valenciana, black rice and vegan paella, and we’re frequently booked for family celebrations and christenings and birthday celebrations.
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape.
- 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.
What it costs in KT7
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why hosts in KT7 choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Drinks service on request
Ask for a quote
Thinking about paella catering for your event in KT7? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Local landmarks in Thames Ditton
Locally, our events take us close to George and Dragon pub, Thames Ditton Junior School and Shrewsbury House School and the streets around them. You will also find Church of St. Nicholas (within half a mile north), Esher College (0.5 miles west) and Giggs Hill Green (within half a mile south). There is a railway station in Thames Ditton itself: Thames Ditton station. Well-known places in the area include Tolworth Hospital (2 miles east) and Bentall Centre (2 miles north-east). For a walk before or after the party, there is The Wood and The Lake.
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.8 miles south-east)
Paella catering in KT7: local guide
There are 3 towns and 2 villages and hamlets in KT7, so whether your event is in Esher, Molesey and Seething Wells or a quiet village, the approach is the same: a level, ventilated spot and a clear plan.
Thames Ditton: For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St. Nicholas, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Thames Ditton Junior School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Evenings in Thames Ditton stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Tell us what else is being served
- Have seats for most of your guests
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
After service, we pack down our cooking area.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal, or serve your own cake.
The menu, dish by dish
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it is often the first pan to empty.
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, rather than seafood. It’s a favourite with guests who don’t eat fish.
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Occasions we cook for in KT7
Few dishes cope with mixed diets like paella, because each version is cooked in its own pan. Everyone gets the same kind of meal.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Garden get-togethers
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Retirement celebrations
- Festivals, fairs and school events
Your questions about paella catering in KT7
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Which paella is most popular?
That depends on who’s coming. A chicken or mixed paella is generally the most popular, with seafood and vegetable pans alongside.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
How much does paella catering cost in KT7?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including KT7.
- 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