Hampshire · England
Festival Paella Catering for North Waltham events
Looking for festival paella catering in North Waltham? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
- Community events and open days
- Feeding crew and volunteers
Planning an event in North Waltham?
Festival paella catering in North Waltham, made fresh on the day
Organisers can book us as a stall or as caterers for staff, crew, volunteers or VIP areas. On the menu are vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and we are regularly asked to cater festivals and sports clubs and race days.
For a village fête or field event near North Waltham, a paella stall brings a hot, filling meal to a rural site. Ground conditions and access matter, so tell us about them. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
How we price festival paella catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many guests are eating
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We’ll send you a quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The venue or postcode
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The courses you’d like
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in North Waltham, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Plan seating near the food area
- Check allergen info is on display
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
Crew meals are served at set times.
Crew, volunteer and VIP catering.
Events we cater in North Waltham
Crew love a hot meal on a long day.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Country shows
- VIP and hospitality areas
- Race days and sports events
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St. Michael's, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- Staff numbers and hours
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
A hearty, smoky pan, popular with families.
Giant paella pans
The giant pan is the star.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Details of power, water and waste arrangements
- A pitch big enough for the pans, burners and serving table
- A level pitch on firm ground
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Giant paella pans
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Common questions in North Waltham
Do you trade at school fairs around North Waltham?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
What’s the nearest station to North Waltham for guests?
Micheldever station, about 3.6 miles south-west of the centre.
How many paellas should we have?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Fairs, fêtes and events in North Waltham
North Waltham is about 5 miles south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in North Waltham will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 19 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Micheldever station is about 3.6 miles away. School fairs, for a school like North Waltham Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
We cater events across the RG25 postcode area. Streets in the area include Church Road, Chapel Street and Cuckoo Close, and we can cook for an event on any of them. We also cook at events in Dummer (2 miles east), Oakley (3 miles north), Kempshott (3 miles north-east), Newfound (3 miles north) and Farleigh Wallop (4 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (5 miles north-east), Winchester (12 miles south-west), Andover (12 miles west), Alton (10 miles south-east), Tadley (10 miles north) and Hook (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (5.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near North Waltham include Farleigh Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Fox pub (within half a mile south)
DIY paella versus live catering
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, events in North Waltham stay light until about 9:25pm, which helps evening trading. For winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Send the event name, expected visitors and pitch size.
- We reply with our menu, prices for visitors and requirements.
- We send the documents the event asks for.
- We time the first pans for the lunchtime rush.
- When trading ends, the pitch is cleared and left clean.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
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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- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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