Hampshire · England
Live paella catering in Bramshott, Hampshire
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Bramshott and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Retirement and leaving parties
Paella catering for Bramshott events
The process
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. In Bramshott, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are normally served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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How our paella catering works in Bramshott
Keep it simple, or go all out: paella on its own, or with canapés, table tapas, desserts and sangria. We will suggest what suits your event. On the menu are mixed paella, paella Valenciana and black rice, and typical bookings are for company summer parties and retirement celebrations.
In a hamlet or village like Bramshott, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Common questions in Bramshott
What’s the nearest station to Bramshott for guests?
Liphook station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre.
Is Bramshott close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What does paella catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you come to Bramshott?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Bramshott and the rest of Hampshire. For a quote, use our quote form.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Which paellas do you recommend?
Two or three is usual: a mixed or chicken paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Our menu lists the options.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
Bramshott: venues, travel and local tips
Bramshott is about 8 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Anywhere in GU30, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 15 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Liphook Infant School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Liphook station, about 1.4 miles south. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Bramshott, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
We cater events across the GU30 postcode area. Whether your event is on Church Road, Limes Close and Woolmer Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Bramshott for paella catering include Hammer Bottom (2 miles east), Linchmere (2 miles south-east), Bramshott Chase (2 miles east), Hammer (2 miles east) and Woolmer Hill (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Farnborough (14 miles north), Fleet (13 miles north), Aldershot (11 miles north), Alton (9 miles north-west), Petersfield (8 miles south-west) and Bordon (3 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Chase Community Hospital (2.9 miles west). Not far away are Lynchmere Commons and Wheeler's Down.
- Local schools include Bohunt School (1 mile south)
- Nearby, you will find The Green Dragon Public House (1 mile south)
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Live paella or other catering?
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is cooked as one big dish and served together. 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 choose Love Paella in Bramshott
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Bramshott? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Why choose paella catering in Bramshott?
There’s no kitchen needed, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Bramshott and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Birthday celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Mary, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The deposit and payment dates
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Dishes our guests love
Vegetable and vegan paella
A vegetable paella is not an afterthought: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Seafood paella
A rich seafood stock with prawns, mussels and squid, cooked until the rice is golden. It’s the pan people photograph.
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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More for events in Bramshott
- 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