Hampshire · England
Paella Catering for East Cholderton events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in East Cholderton.
- Naming days and family parties
- Big birthdays
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
Paella catering near East Cholderton
Paella catering in East Cholderton, cooked live
Paella has always been food for a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That is exactly what we bring to your event in East Cholderton. Whether it is fairs, fêtes and festivals and christenings and family gatherings, we can cook vegan paella, paella Valenciana and mixed paella for your guests.
Somewhere like East Cholderton, a field or garden is frequently the perfect setting. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Planning live paella in East Cholderton
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. For paella catering in East Cholderton, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cook in 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Amport Church of England Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
For paella catering in SP11, we plan around your venue and timings. We also cook at events in Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
- Local pubs include White Horse Inn (under half a mile north-west)
Why choose paella catering in East Cholderton?
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where guests can mingle while it cooks before sitting down to eat.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in East Cholderton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Retirement celebrations
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Company summer parties
- Summer garden parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- How each diet is kept separate
- Space, access and power needs
- The wet-weather plan
Common questions in East Cholderton
Is East Cholderton close to London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to East Cholderton for guests?
The closest is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles away.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can paella be the only main course?
Paella is a meal in itself. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring all the cooking equipment. Let us know what your venue has, like tables or crockery.
Paella compared with other options
Compared with a hog roast or barbecue, live paella is easier for vegetarian, vegan and halal guests, thanks to separate pans. It’s served quickly from the pan, so queues move. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Events in East Cholderton and across Hampshire
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. The shellfish is added late so it stays tender.
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is generally served with alioli. It’s a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
- Request clear labels at the serving table
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who are not big rice eaters.
How it works
When we arrive, 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 the timing is planned around your event. Evenings in East Cholderton stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Planning paella catering in East Cholderton? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
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Planners, venues and businesses
Organising a club, school or community event in East Cholderton? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- 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