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Wedding Paella Catering in Wonersh
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Wonersh: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Blessings and vow renewals
Planning an event in Wonersh?
How our wedding paella catering works in Wonersh
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, to suit the style of your day. Whether it’s weddings in a marquee or garden and barn and farm weddings, we can cook evening paella, table tapas and canapé tapas for your guests.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Wonersh, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we’re needed on site
- The paellas you choose
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and rough timings
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we will put together a menu and price.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Wonersh
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
How the day works
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell generally draws people over. In Wonersh, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is generally served in daylight in high summer. 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 everything with your venue.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Wonersh questions
How far is Wonersh from London?
About 28 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Wonersh?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Do you cook inside?
Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can you feed our photographer and band?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Let us know when they need feeding.
Do you offer tastings?
Ask us about tastings when you get in touch.
Planning for every diet
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Collect dietary needs on the RSVP
- Give us separate day and evening numbers
If things run late, and we’ll adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh.
We can provide crockery and waiting staff.
Dishes our guests love
Canapé tapas
Canapé tapas fill the gap before the meal, without spoiling appetites.
Table tapas
Bowls and boards set down in the middle of each table, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Live paella or other catering?
A hog roast is popular at weddings, but harder for vegetarian, vegan and halal guests. Separate paella pans cover every diet. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- We cover Wonersh and the whole of Surrey
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Wonersh
Wonersh is about 4 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. From the centre of Wonersh to the outskirts, wedding paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Wonersh is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cook.
Historic houses near Wonersh include Chilworth Manor (1.7 miles north) and Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west). 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 Wonersh United Reformed Church often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive. With the Surrey Hills National Landscape within about 4 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
This part of Surrey takes in GU5, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Woodyers Close and The Close, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. We also cook at weddings in Bramley (1 mile west), Shamley Green (1 mile south-east), Birtley Green (1 mile south), Stroud Common (2 miles south-east) and Grafham (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (4 miles north), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Reigate (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Surrey Police Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include St Martha's Hill and Silent Pool.
- Nearby schools include St Catherine's School (0.7 miles west) and Broadwater School (2.2 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Grantley Arms Public House (less than half a mile west)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
- 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