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Wedding Paella Catering in Farnham Common
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Farnham Common.
- Big weddings with every diet
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Wedding paella catering near Farnham Common
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Farnham Common
Farnham Common is about 3 miles north of Slough, in Slough. Anywhere in SL2, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in all 31 towns and villages in Slough. Our events stretch from Farnham Common to Reading (about 17 miles away).
Planning photos in Cocksherd Wood? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. Couples marrying at local churches such as St John the Evangelist frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
Here we cover the SL2 postcode area, and we can cater your wedding anywhere in it. Local streets include Temple Way, Common Wood and Badgers Wood; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Egypt (1 mile north-west), East Burnham (1 mile south-west), Hedgerley (1 mile north-east), Farnham Royal (1 mile south) and Littleworth Corner (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (3 miles south), Cippenham (3 miles south), Chalvey (4 miles south), Langley (4 miles south-east), Upton (4 miles south) and Burnham (3 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wexham Park Hospital (2.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Farnham Common include Burnham Beeches and Taplow Lake.
- Local schools include Caldicott School (0.6 miles south-west) and Khalsa Secondary Academy (1.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak pub (less than half a mile north-west)
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Farnham Common
Evening paella is a favourite: it is hot, filling and quick to serve, so evening guests are fed and the dancing carries on. We are often asked to cater wedding receptions after a small ceremony and barn and farm weddings, serving canapé tapas, evening paella and Spanish desserts.
Rural weddings around Farnham Common have a magic of their own, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planning the cooking area
We will be honest if a space won’t work. The main points are:
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
What affects the price in Farnham Common
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of the space, if you can
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Farnham Common
Which station should guests use for Farnham Common?
Burnham station, about 2.9 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you cook in Cocksherd Wood?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Is paella smart enough for a wedding?
With the right presentation, it feels special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
Do you do canapés and evening food too?
We can. We can do canapés, tapas, the wedding breakfast, evening food and desserts.
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
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.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Farnham Common?
It is a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where a plated meal can be hard to pull off.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Food for evening guests
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
For guests travelling by train, Burnham station is about 2.9 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if it rains
How it works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell normally draws people over. Golden-hour photos in Farnham Common at midsummer come around 9:25pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each course.
- Timings are agreed with your venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve each course.
- We clear our area; staff stay as booked.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Send us the date, your venue or SL2 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Farnham Common
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
A closer look at the menu
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, such as patatas bravas, croquetas and Manchego.
Canapé tapas
Small bites carried round on boards while guests mingle, perfect during the photos.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
Paella can be served at the pans or carried to the tables by staff.
Sangria and bar staff 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