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Wedding Paella Catering for Burghfield events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Burghfield.
- Rustic barn weddings
- Food for evening guests
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Wedding paella catering for Burghfield events
Burghfield weddings: local tips
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. For a wedding in Burghfield, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Burghfield is one of 34 places in Reading where we cook.
Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. Historic houses near Burghfield include Stratfield Saye House (4.8 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Anywhere in RG30, we can bring wedding paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a wedding in a garden on Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close or the roads around them. Close by, we cover weddings in Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Burghfield includes Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west) and The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Hatchgate pub (0.6 miles east)
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Burghfield
Saffron and garlic in the air has everyone looking forward to dinner. On the menu are a paella wedding breakfast, canapé tapas and evening paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater vow renewals and civil ceremonies and weddings with mixed diets.
A wedding in a small place like Burghfield frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Where we can cook in Burghfield
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
- Paella wedding breakfast
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What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your wedding. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. In Burghfield, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is usually served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- You tell us your date, venue, guest numbers and how you picture the day.
- We plan a menu with you, course by course, and confirm a quote.
- We fit our timings around your speeches, photos and venue.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Is live paella right for your wedding?
Hog roasts are popular but tricky for mixed diets. Paella covers them with separate pans. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Burghfield hosts choose us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Catering across Reading, including Burghfield
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
About the dishes
Desserts
A sweet finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Evening paella
Evening paella is hot, filling and fun, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
How we price wedding paella catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many courses
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Perfect for your wedding in Burghfield
It handles mixed diets without fuss, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
For outdoor photos, Hosehill Lake is close by, and the countryside around Burghfield suits an outdoor reception.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Ask about your date as soon as you have one
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
On the day, we liaise with your coordinator or toastmaster, so you can enjoy yourselves.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available.
Burghfield: your questions answered
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Burghfield?
Theale station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you cook inside?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you cater the whole day?
We can cater as much or as little of the day as you like, from the drinks reception to the evening.
Who clears up?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Will you talk to our venue?
Yes, and it saves you passing messages. Introduce us and we will sort the details.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
- 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