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Wedding paella catering in Trench Green, Reading
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Trench Green and the surrounding area.
- Rustic barn weddings
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Marquee and garden weddings
Wedding paella catering for Trench Green events
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Table tapas
- Dessert
About our wedding paella catering in Trench Green
We plan the wedding menu with you, course by course, around your guests, your venue and your budget. For rustic barn weddings and vow renewals and civil ceremonies, we can cook canapé tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and table tapas and more.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Trench Green, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
For event organisers in Trench Green
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Trench Green? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Trench Green
Trench Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Give us the address of your wedding in Trench Green, and we’ll plan access and set-up. We cater in 34 places across Reading.
Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (1.1 miles south-west) and Greys Court (4.3 miles north-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive.
We cook at weddings all over the RG4 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover weddings in Chazey Heath (1 mile east), Mapledurham (1 mile south-west), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-west), Norcot (2 miles south) and Tilehurst (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include West Reading (3 miles south), Shinfield (7 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south), Whitley Wood (6 miles south-east) and Fords Farm (4 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.6 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south). Open spaces near Trench Green include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Pack Horse Public House (0.5 miles north-east)
What wedding paella catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
- Guest numbers
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
- Which courses you have in mind
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Trench Green
Is Trench Green too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Trench Green for guests?
The closest is Tilehurst station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you liaise with the venue coordinator?
Yes. We are happy to talk to your venue about access, timings and requirements.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
What if the timings change?
Tell us and we will adjust. We keep in touch with your venue on the day so the paella is served fresh.
How the day works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. For a summer wedding in Trench Green, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, 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.
- First, we check your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
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. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Events we cater in Trench Green
Paella can work for the wedding breakfast, the evening, or both, so it fits any plan.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Trench Green:
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Food for evening guests
Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 1.7 miles south.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How bad weather is handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
Nearby places to Trench Green
What else we do in Trench Green
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Count day and evening guests separately
The pans are often set up where guests can see them, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Finish with Spanish desserts or your cake.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated wedding breakfast needs a kitchen and a large team. Paella needs a level, ventilated spot and permission, and suits a relaxed style. Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Trench Green
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Fast service from the pan
- A quote that spells everything out
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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