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Paella catering in OX49
We cook at events in every part of the OX49 postcode district, which takes in Watlington, Aston Rowant and Lewknor. The paella is cooked fresh in front of your guests.
Live paella across OX49
Towns and villages in OX49
- Watlington
- Aston Rowant
- Lewknor
- Britwell Salome
- Shirburn
- Howe Hill
- Brightwell Baldwin
- Christmas Common
- Pyrton
Catering in OX49
- Paella party catering
- Festival & event paella
- Wedding paella catering
- Tapas & canapé catering
- Corporate paella catering
- Live paella catering
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Our paella catering in OX49
One cooking area feeds a lot of people, there’s very little waste, and the food is served hot. That’s why it works for so many events. We are frequently asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and garden get-togethers, serving chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and vegetable paella.
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan a menu that covers every diet.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
Cost
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella
- Fast service from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Around Watlington
Locally, our events take us close to Royal Oak pub, St Mary's Church and Icknield Community College. Nearby too are Watlington Primary School (under half a mile north) and Church of St Leonard (less than half a mile north-west). Not far away are Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
Planning live paella in OX49
There are 3 towns and 8 villages and hamlets in OX49, so whether your event is in Watlington, Aston Rowant and Lewknor or a quiet village, the approach is the same: level ground, ventilation and agreed timings. The Chilterns National Landscape is within easy reach of places across OX49, where some venues have extra rules about vehicles and cooking.
Watlington: Historic houses near Watlington include Adwell House (3.2 miles north) and Stonor Park (4.8 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Watlington Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. In Watlington, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Choose two or three paellas so every guest has a choice
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Confirm allergies by email
- Count adults and children separately
A short rest after cooking helps, and that’s when we invite guests up.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available if your venue does not provide them.
Events we cater in OX49
People book live paella because it’s food and entertainment at once. The cooking becomes the centre of the event, and the food itself is hot and plentiful.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthday parties
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Company summer parties
How we price paella catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we are needed on site
- Guest numbers
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- Which courses you have in mind
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
For event organisers in OX49
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
OX49 questions
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
What seafood can we have?
Tell us your preferences and we’ll suggest seafood options to suit your menu and budget. Premium shellfish 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