Hampshire · England
Corporate Paella Catering in Upton Grey
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events for events in Upton Grey and across Hampshire.
- Team-building events
- Conferences and training days
- End-of-year celebrations
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How our corporate paella catering works in Upton Grey
Work events need fast, inclusive food that keeps people talking. Live paella ticks every box. For team days and conference lunches, we can cook canapé tapas, Spanish desserts and bowl food and more.
An away day near Upton Grey is a good fit for live paella: it needs no kitchen, just a level spot and access. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
Occasions we cook for in Upton Grey
Nobody is left out: every diet gets a hot main.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Upton Grey book us for events such as:
- Team-building days
- Launches and open days
- Charity and fundraising events
- Team lunches
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: Hook station is about 4 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Whether travel is included
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
Paella compared with other options
Sandwiches are easy but forgettable. Live paella is an event in itself. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Catering across Hampshire, including Upton Grey
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
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About the dishes
Canapé tapas
Canapés suit launches and client events.
Vegan and vegetarian pans
Separate pans with plant-based stock, so everyone eats well.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Where we can cook in Upton Grey
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Upton Grey
- Paella lunches
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Bowl food
- Drinks service
- Desserts
- Canapé tapas
Business events near Upton Grey
Upton Grey is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Wherever your work event is in the RG25 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cook in 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 15 miles away.
Central London is about 44 miles from Upton Grey, so it is a practical spot for away days and team events.
Anywhere in RG25, we can bring corporate paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Weston Close, Weston Road and Holme Hill; a work event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For work events just outside Upton Grey, we cover Nashes Green (2 miles south-west), Mapledurwell (3 miles north), Andwell (3 miles north), Water End (3 miles north) and Old Basing (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Yateley (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3 miles south). The countryside around Upton Grey includes Holybourne Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
- Nearby, you will find Hoddington Arms Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Organising for someone else?
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Common questions in Upton Grey
Which station should guests use for Upton Grey?
Hook station, about 4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Upton Grey too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.
Can we pay by invoice?
Let us know your company’s process, and we’ll explain how we work.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. In Upton Grey, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:25pm; winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, need lit cooking and serving areas.
- We check the date and venue.
- You choose paellas, canapés and extras.
- We provide the paperwork.
- The paella cooks as your team gathers.
- Fast service, then we clear away.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Include soft drinks and water as well as alcohol
- Confirm live cooking with facilities
- Find out what paperwork the venue needs
- Provide shade and seats outdoors
We serve at the agreed time, whether that is a lunch break or an evening party.
Crockery and staff can be added.
- 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