Isle of Wight · England
Corporate paella catering in Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Treat your guests to live paella at your work event in Ventnor. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Charity and fundraising events
- Conferences and training days
- Team days
Live corporate paella catering in Ventnor
Ventnor for staff parties and team days
Ventnor is about 8 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. For corporate paella catering in Ventnor, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Ventnor is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we cook. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 24 miles away.
By road, Ventnor is on or near the A3055 and B3327, which makes it easy for us to reach with the van and equipment. Historic houses near Ventnor include Rylstone Manor (2.6 miles north-east) and Haseley Manor (5 miles north). For a client event at a historic house or estate, ask early about catering rules and where cooking is allowed. Within about a mile of the sea, seafood paella is popular for team events.
Wherever your work event is in PO38, we can bring corporate paella catering to you. Local streets include Old Station Road, Market Street and High Street; a work event at home on any of them works well with live paella. You’ll find Ventnor on the A3055 and B3327, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. For work events just outside Ventnor, we cover Steephill (1 mile south-west), Bonchurch (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north) and Luccombe Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (8 miles north-west), Ryde (9 miles north), Cowes (12 miles north), Sandown (5 miles north-east), Shanklin (3 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). Ventnor is one of the larger places we cover in the Isle of Wight, with plenty of venues for work events. Some remote venues need extra planning, so ask early about your work event.
Well-known places in the area include Longshoremans Museum (under half a mile south) and South Wight (0.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
- Schools near Ventnor include St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy (0.5 miles north-west) and The Island Free School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Blenheim pub (within half a mile east)
About our corporate paella catering in Ventnor
Pans and serving points are planned around your schedule, so a large team can be fed in a lunch break. Typical bookings include charity days and conference lunches, with bowl food, canapé tapas and paella lunches.
Around Ventnor, team days can be at rural venues or the office. Live paella works in all of them. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Area
- Ventnor (PO38)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Paella lunches
A paella lunch feeds a team fast.
Bowl food
Paella in bowls for standing receptions and networking events.
What we need at the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Facilities approval and any site rules
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
For somewhere as remote as Ventnor, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Desserts
- Bowl food
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Canapé tapas
- Drinks service
- Paella lunches
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Nearby places to Ventnor
Other catering in Ventnor
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Check the building or venue allows live cooking
- Ask what the venue requires from caterers
- Ask staff about diets in advance
- Tell us how long the food break is
We arrive on time and follow your site rules.
Paella in bowls for standing receptions.
Common questions in Ventnor
What’s the nearest station to Ventnor for guests?
Shanklin station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can we pay by invoice?
Let us know your company’s process, and we will explain how we work.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, including the Isle of Wight. Find your area.
Can you do a team-building activity?
Teams often enjoy watching and asking questions. Talk to us about what you have in mind.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
Larger events normally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your work event in Ventnor, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. December events in Ventnor are in the dark from about 4:00pm, so plan lighting where we cook. Summer events have daylight until around 9:20pm.
- Tell us the date, venue, headcount and timings.
- You get a menu, a price and documents.
- We agree access and set-up with facilities.
- We cook live and serve on schedule.
- We clear our area and leave it clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Why choose live paella in Ventnor?
Sandwiches are easy but forgettable. Live paella is an event in itself. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Fast service from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Who books corporate paella catering in Ventnor?
It suits summer parties especially well, alongside games and music.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Ventnor book us for occasions like:
- Team lunches
- Summer parties for staff
- Client hospitality
- Charity days
For staff and clients coming by train, the nearest station is Shanklin station, about 3 miles north-east.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Staff numbers and hours
- The deposit and payment dates
- 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