Hampshire · England
Festival Paella Catering in Abbotts Barton
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events makes the food a highlight of your event in Abbotts Barton.
- Food and music festivals
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- School fairs and fundraisers
Book festival paella catering in Abbotts Barton
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is a festival favourite.
Giant paella pans
A pan the size of a cartwheel, full of saffron rice.
Festival paella catering in Abbotts Barton, made fresh on the day
Paella in a bowl is perfect festival food, on the move or on a picnic rug. For festivals and summer fairs and fêtes, we’ll put together a menu of churros, vegan paella and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
Events near Abbotts Barton are often volunteer-run, so a trader who brings everything and needs little help is a bonus. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Plan seating near the food area
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
We clear the pitch and leave it as we found it.
Catering for crew and VIP areas.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Abbotts Barton events: pitches and permissions
Abbotts Barton is about 1 mile north of Winchester, in Hampshire. For festival paella catering in Abbotts Barton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Abbotts Barton. Abbotts Barton is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Abbotts Barton to Southampton (11 miles away).
Events in parks such as St. Cross Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we will send any documents they ask for. School fairs, for a school like St Bede Church of England Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Wherever your event is in SO23 and SO22, we can bring festival paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Park Road, Nuns Road and Saxon Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Hyde (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile south), Weeke (1 mile west), Highcliffe (1 mile south) and Harestock (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (7 miles south), Andover (12 miles north-west), Totton (14 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles east) and Hedge End (11 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Winchester Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (0.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Schools near Abbotts Barton include Peter Symonds College (0.5 miles south-west) and Leigh House Hospital (1.4 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The King Alfred pub (under half a mile south-west)
Common questions in Abbotts Barton
Do you trade at school fairs around Abbotts Barton?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
Is Abbotts Barton close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Vehicle access to the pitch at set-up and break-down
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- A level pitch on firm ground
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
Step by step
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Evening events in Abbotts Barton have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- We check your dates.
- We agree menu and pitch.
- Burners and pans go up.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Live paella or other catering?
Most street food is cooked one order at a time. Paella is batch-cooked and served fast, so queues move quickly. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why choose Love Paella in Abbotts Barton
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- Parking and unloading
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A photo of the space, if you can
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
Events we cater in Abbotts Barton
Crew love a hot meal on a long day.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Music and food festivals
- Agricultural and county shows
- Seasonal markets
Running a fête for a church like St Bartholomew's Church? A paella pan draws people in.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- How late numbers can change
- Who provides the crockery
Nearby places to Abbotts Barton
Other catering in Abbotts Barton
- 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