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Wedding paella catering in Peasmarsh, Surrey
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food makes the food a highlight of your wedding in Peasmarsh.
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Marquee and garden weddings
Wedding paella catering in Peasmarsh
What’s in the pans
Canapé tapas
Small bites carried round on boards while guests mingle, perfect during the photos.
Desserts
To finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Wedding paella catering in Peasmarsh, cooked live
Saffron and garlic in the air has everyone looking forward to dinner. Typical bookings include farm and barn venues and weddings in a marquee or garden, serving a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and Spanish desserts.
Near Peasmarsh, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
FAQs for Peasmarsh
Can you cook in Shalford Mill?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
How far is Peasmarsh from London?
About 29 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
What if photos overrun?
It happens. The rice goes in at the last sensible moment, so it is ready when you are.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
For event organisers in Peasmarsh
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.
Organising a club, school or community event in Peasmarsh? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Also near Peasmarsh
Other catering in Peasmarsh
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Peasmarsh
Peasmarsh is about 3 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Tell us where your wedding in Peasmarsh will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 395 places across Surrey.
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Shalford station, about 0.8 miles north-east. Planning photos in Shalford Mill? It is worth checking the park’s rules first. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Peasmarsh, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
We cater weddings across GU3. Streets in the area include James Road, Oakdene Road and Unstead Wood, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. If your venue is just outside Peasmarsh, we also cover Broadford (1 mile north-east), Artington (1 mile north), Shalford (1 mile north-east), East Shalford (1 mile north-east) and Chilworth (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (3 miles north), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Surrey Police Museum (1 mile north) and Farnham Road Hospital (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Peasmarsh includes St Catherine's Hill and Farncombe Wood.
- Nearby schools include Shalford Infant School (0.8 miles north-east) and St Catherine's School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Queen Victoria pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Peasmarsh
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
Why choose wedding paella catering in Peasmarsh?
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: watch the pans.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Evening wedding food
- Big weddings with every diet
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
St Catherine's Hill nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Peasmarsh suits an outdoor reception.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
- Pick a serving style
The pans are frequently set up where guests can see them, and it makes a great photo.
Add sangria, or bar staff to serve your own drinks.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Step by step
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. For a summer wedding in Peasmarsh, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it is dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- First, we check your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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