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Wedding paella catering in Hurst Green, Surrey
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Hurst Green: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
Book wedding paella catering in Hurst Green
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. In Hurst Green, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us your date, venue, guest numbers and how you picture the day.
- Together we plan each course and confirm the price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue, around speeches and photos.
- We cook live on the day and serve every course on cue.
- We clear our cooking area, and staff stay as agreed.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
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How our wedding paella catering works in Hurst Green
Your wedding menu is planned with you, course by course, around your guests, your venue and your budget. We cook table tapas, evening paella and Spanish desserts, and typical bookings are for rustic barn weddings and food for evening guests.
Near Hurst Green, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
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Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
Dishes our guests love
Table tapas
Bowls and boards set down in the middle of each table, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Evening paella
A second round of paella for the evening, served quickly so the party keeps going.
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are 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.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The length of service
- Whether you need crockery
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
Send us the date, your venue or RH8 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Hurst Green: your questions answered
How far is Hurst Green from London?
About 18 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Agatha's Hall?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can paella feel formal?
It can be as relaxed or as polished as you like, depending on presentation and service.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Weddings in Hurst Green: venues, ceremonies and travel
Hurst Green is about 1 mile south of Oxted, in Surrey. Weddings in Hurst Green are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 18 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Hurst Green station is in Hurst Green itself. Botley Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Here we cover the RH8 postcode area, and we can cater your wedding anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Oast Road, Spring Lane and Quarry Road, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Other places close to Hurst Green for wedding paella catering include Oxted (1 mile north), Limpsfield (1 mile north-east), Pains-Hill (1 mile east), Tandridge (2 miles west) and Merle Common (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south-west), Redhill (7 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles north-west).
A little further out are Haxted Watermill Museum (4 miles south) and Bletchingley Castle (4.6 miles west). Open spaces near Hurst Green include Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
- Schools near Hurst Green include Hazelwood School (0.5 miles north-east) and Oxted School (1 mile north)
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Decide whether guests queue at the pans or are served at the tables
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Ask about your date as soon as you have one
- Tell us about suppliers who need feeding
If things run late, and we’ll adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh.
Canapés during the photos keep hunger at bay.
Is live paella right for your wedding?
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella in Hurst Green
- A clear, itemised quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria and bar staff available
- 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