Hampshire · England
Festival Paella Catering in Bighton
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Bighton and across Hampshire.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Seasonal markets
- Agricultural and county shows
Festival paella catering in Bighton
Bighton events: pitches and permissions
Bighton is about 7 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO24, we can bring the pans to you. Bighton is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Bighton to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
If you are organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Perins School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
We cover events in every part of the SO24 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Bighton for festival paella catering include Old Alresford (1 mile west), Upper Wield (3 miles north-east), Northington (3 miles north-west), Totford (3 miles north-west) and Brown Candover (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (9 miles west), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Horndean (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (2.4 miles north). The countryside around Bighton includes Red Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Three Horseshoes Public House (within half a mile east)
Festival paella catering in Bighton, made fresh on the day
Because paella is cooked in big batches, it handles lunchtime rushes well. Each portion takes seconds to serve. Whether it is festivals and school fairs and fundraisers, we’ll put together a menu of churros, giant-pan paella and chicken and chorizo paella and more.
At a field event near Bighton, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Live paella or other catering?
Most stalls cook to order. Paella is batch-cooked and served fast, so queues move quickly. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
What affects the price in Bighton
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Distance and access to the venue
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
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.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
Crew meals are served at set times.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid for fish lovers.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A hearty, smoky pan.
How it works
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. For an evening event in Bighton, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Send us your event details and pitch information.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We set up on time.
- We cook and serve throughout.
- We clear and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Your questions about festival paella catering in Bighton
Is Bighton too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you run a stall at a school fair in Bighton?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
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.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Will there be long queues?
Big batches and service from the pan keep things moving.
What does festival paella catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas and we’ll reply with a price.
Who books festival paella catering in Bighton?
It brings theatre to the food court.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We often cook for:
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- School fairs and fundraisers
- County and country shows
Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A paella pan draws people in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Who provides the crockery
- What happens if it rains
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Nearby places to Bighton
More for events in Bighton
Working with your venue
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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