Hampshire · England
Corporate paella catering in Hythe, Hampshire
Looking for corporate paella catering in Hythe? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Summer parties for staff
- Launches and open days
- Team lunches
Planning an event in Hythe?
Corporate paella catering for your work event in Hythe
Food at work events can easily exclude people. Separate pans mean everyone eats the same kind of meal. We cook bowl food, vegan and vegetarian paella and paella lunches, and typical bookings are for client and customer events and training days and conferences.
In Hythe, team events tend to be at the office or a local venue. Live paella feeds the team quickly and suits every diet. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Hythe: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Hythe for guests?
The closest is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you come to Hythe?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Hythe and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, use our quote form.
How many paellas should we have?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Do you cook at offices in central London?
Many offices have a courtyard, terrace or car park that works, subject to the building’s rules.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Other catering in Hythe
Planning a team event in Hythe
Hythe is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. Whether your work event is in the middle of Hythe or on the outskirts, corporate paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic houses near Hythe include Medieval Merchant's House (2.6 miles north) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (2.6 miles north). For a client event at a historic house or estate, ask early about catering rules and where cooking is allowed. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside. Within about 3 miles of the sea, seafood paella is popular for team events.
We cook at work events all over SO45. We can cater a work event on streets such as High Street, Deerleap Close and Langdown Lawn or the roads around them. We also cook at work events in Dibden Purlieu (1 mile south-west), Dibden (1 mile west), Marchwood (3 miles north-west), The Hummicks (4 miles south-west) and Beaulieu (4 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Netley Castle (2.1 miles north-east) and Westquay (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Hythe includes Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include Noadswood School (0.8 miles west) and Testwood School (1.3 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find No.5 (The Lord Nelson Public House) (0.6 miles north)
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen and a big team. Paella just needs a suitable spot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Hythe
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Catering across Hampshire, including Hythe
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Hythe
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Travel, parking and access
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The length of service
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the event is
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Hythe
It suits summer parties especially well, alongside games and music.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Team days
- Away days and office lunches
- Charity days
- Summer staff parties
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Southampton Town Quay station, about 2.3 miles north.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if it rains
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Payment terms and deposit
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
About the dishes
Bowl food
Paella in bowls for standing receptions.
Paella lunches
Paella is a quick, hot lunch for a crowd.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Get facilities approval early
- Give us diet totals and allergy details
- Include soft drinks and water as well as alcohol
- Ask staff about diets in advance
We keep the cooking area tidy and contained, and clear it away afterwards.
Sangria and bar staff for drinks you provide.
Step by step
Here’s how the day usually runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. After-work summer parties in Hythe have daylight until about 9:25pm in late June and 7:10pm in late September; winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, need lit cooking and serving areas.
- We start with your date, venue, headcount, timings and diets.
- You get a menu, a quote and any documents the venue asks for.
- Access, parking and set-up are agreed with you or facilities.
- We cook live on the day and serve on schedule.
- Afterwards, our area is cleared and left clean.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
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.
- 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