Hampshire · England
Live paella catering in Hannington, Hampshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Hannington. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Community events and fairs
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Birthday celebrations
Paella catering in Hannington
How our paella catering works in Hannington
Almost any venue with a level, ventilated spot will do: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field in and around Hannington. For retirement and leaving parties and office lunches and staff parties, we can cook black rice, vegetable paella and vegan paella for your guests.
In a hamlet or village like Hannington, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
The menu, dish by dish
Black rice
Black rice looks dramatic and tastes of the sea, and is popular with adventurous guests.
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it’s frequently the first pan to empty.
Step by step
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Planning an evening event in Hannington? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
- Guests are served from the pan, and our area is cleared afterwards.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Count adults and children separately
- Add a dietary question to your invitations
Let the paella rest for a few minutes before serving, and that is when we invite guests up.
Need plates or staff? We can provide them.
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Hannington
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
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 at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Nearby places to Hannington
More for events in Hannington
Catering an event in Hannington
Hannington is about 5 miles south-west of Tadley, in Hampshire. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Hannington. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of All Saints, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Anywhere in RG26, we can bring paella catering to you. Streets in the area include Meadham Lane and Ibworth Lane, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Nearby, we also cater events in Kingsclere (2 miles north-west), Ibworth (2 miles south-east), Wolverton (2 miles north-east), Townsend (2 miles north-east) and Wolverton Common (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (6 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles south-east), Tadley (5 miles north-east), Hook (12 miles east) and Popley (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Hannington includes Ladle Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Vine pub (under half a mile south)
Questions from Hannington
We are having a ceremony at Church of All Saints: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Hannington too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What happens with live paella?
We bring everything needed to cook on site, cook in front of your guests, and serve at the time you want.
Should we have more than one paella?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Which paellas suit our guests?
Most events choose two or three: chicken or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. Our menu lists the options.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Paella compared with other options
Vans serve one order at a time. A big pan serves many guests fast, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why Hannington hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Fast service from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
What paella catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything your venue supplies
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and rough timings
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Hannington
Outdoor events and live paella go together: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Community events and fairs
- Anniversary celebrations
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Milestone birthday parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Overton station, about 3.4 miles south-west.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- 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