Hampshire · England
Paella Catering for Hensting events
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Hensting. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday celebrations
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
Paella catering near Hensting
Live paella or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
About our paella catering in Hensting
Almost any venue with a level, ventilated spot will do: a garden, marquee, barn, courtyard or field. Whether it is retirement celebrations and fairs, fêtes and festivals, we’ll put together a menu of paella Valenciana, mixed paella and vegan paella for your guests.
In a small place like Hensting, events are normally in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
Live paella in Hensting: local details
Hensting is about 3 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO50, we can bring the pans to you. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well.
We cook at events all over the SO50 postcode area. We also cook at events in Owslebury (1 mile north-east), Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north-east), Baybridge (2 miles east), Morestead (2 miles north) and Lane End (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (4 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (3 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (11 miles south-west).
A little further out are St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.3 miles north) and Eastleigh Museum (3.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Hensting includes Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Pubs nearby include Ship Inn (1 mile north-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Organising a club, school or community event in Hensting? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Hensting: your questions answered
Is Hensting too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Hensting from London?
Roughly 62 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater in Hensting?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Hensting. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
When should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Do you bring everything you need?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
How much does paella catering cost in Hensting?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
How the day works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Around midsummer it stays light in Hensting until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, 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.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Also in Hensting
About the dishes
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Vegetable and vegan paella
A vegetable paella is not an afterthought: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
After service, we pack down our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available if your venue does not provide them.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
What paella catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel, parking and access
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we’re needed on site
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
- Expected numbers
Planning paella catering in Hensting? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, 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