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Festival & event paella in Knapp, Hampshire
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Knapp.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- County and country shows
Live festival paella catering in Knapp
About our festival paella catering in Knapp
The cooking is part of the show. People stop, watch and come back to eat. For village fêtes and seasonal markets, we can cook churros, chicken and chorizo paella and giant-pan paella and more.
Rural events near Knapp can be a long way from food outlets, so a hot-food stall is a big help. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Questions from Knapp
How far is Knapp from London?
About 67 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you trade at school fairs around Knapp?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you cater in Knapp?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Knapp is within our area and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Can you cater for crew and volunteers?
Yes, timed to your schedule. Tell us numbers and timings.
Event catering near Knapp
Knapp is about 2 miles north-west of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. We bring festival paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Knapp. Knapp is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Knapp to Southampton (7 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Ampfield Church of England Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2.5 miles south-east.
We cook at events all over the SO51 postcode area. Other places close to Knapp for festival paella catering include Ampfield (1 mile south-west), Broadgate (1 mile south-east), Gosport (1 mile south-west), Lower Slackstead (1 mile north-west) and Crampmoor (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (5 miles south-east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (7 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and King Johns House (3.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Nearby, you’ll find White Horse Public House (0.5 miles south-west)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Where we can cook in Knapp
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- Your arrangements for power, water and waste
- Firm, level ground
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Knapp
- Vegan paella
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
More for events in Knapp
Is live paella right for your event?
Burger stalls are common. A paella pan stands out in a food line-up. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- We cover Knapp and the whole of Hampshire
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, events in Knapp stay light until about 9:25pm, which helps evening trading. Winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We set up on time.
- We cook in full view and serve all event.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
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Perfect for your event in Knapp
Organisers book paella because it draws people into the food area and serves them fast.
Whatever you are celebrating in Knapp, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
- Country shows
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- School fairs and fundraisers
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Mark, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- When payment is due
- Travel and parking costs
- When final numbers are due
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Vegan paella
Vegan paella cooked separately.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Knapp? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
What festival paella catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many staff you need
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
- The courses you’d like
- Roughly how many adults and children
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
- 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