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Wedding Paella Catering in Puttenham
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Puttenham and the surrounding area.
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Barn and farm weddings
Wedding paella catering for Puttenham events
How our wedding paella catering works in Puttenham
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, long tables and garden or barn venues. It feels generous and celebratory. For receptions after an intimate ceremony and relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts, we can cook canapé tapas, table tapas and evening paella and more.
A wedding in a small place like Puttenham often means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
Why choose live paella in Puttenham?
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with canapés, table tapas and good crockery, it still feels special. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- We cover Puttenham and the whole of Surrey
- Drinks service on request
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us separate day and evening numbers
- Decide whether guests queue at the pans or are served at the tables
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Send us the running order and speech times
Paella can be served at the pans or carried to the tables by staff.
We can provide crockery and waiting staff if your venue does not.
Where we can cook in Puttenham
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
- Dessert
Planning a paella wedding in Puttenham
Puttenham is about 4 miles south-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Anywhere in GU3, we can cook for your guests. Puttenham is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
For outdoor photos, Hog's Back is close by, and the countryside around Puttenham suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Wanborough station, about 1.6 miles north. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Puttenham, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
Wherever your wedding is in GU3, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From The Street, Dark Lane and Hops End or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Puttenham, we also cover Wanborough (1 mile north-east), Christmas Pie (1 mile north), Flexford (1 mile north), Shackleford (2 miles south) and Compton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles east), Woking (8 miles north-east), Camberley (8 miles north), Farnham (5 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Dorking (15 miles east).
A little further out are Ash Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Seale and Tongham (2.2 miles west). Open spaces near Puttenham include Lower Lake and Hog's Back.
- Schools near Puttenham include Prior's Field School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Good Intent pub (less than half a mile east)
Perfect for your wedding in Puttenham
Paella can work for the wedding breakfast, the evening, or both, so it fits any plan.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Big weddings with every diet
If you’re marrying at a church near Puttenham, such as Church of St John the Baptist, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it is ready as guests arrive.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- The wet-weather plan
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
A closer look at the menu
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Paella wedding breakfast
A choice of paellas, served at the pans or to the tables, with bread and salad.
Also near Puttenham
More for events in Puttenham
DIY paella versus live catering
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Common questions in Puttenham
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Could we have live paella in Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can we have a tasting?
Ask us when you enquire and we’ll explain the options.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
How it works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your wedding. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, sunset in Puttenham is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
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How we price wedding paella catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we’re needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The address or venue name
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
- 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