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Live paella catering in Ladwell, Hampshire
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Ladwell.
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
Paella catering for Ladwell events
Paella catering in Ladwell, made fresh on the day
Paella is generous food: huge pans, saffron colour and a toasted crust that everyone fights over. It turns a meal into an occasion. Popular choices include paella Valenciana, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater anniversary celebrations and big birthdays.
For a rural spot like Ladwell, the countryside is part of the appeal: a paella cooking in a garden or field feels right at home. Tell us about access and the ground. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
For event organisers in Ladwell
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Where we can cook in Ladwell
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we offer
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. In Ladwell, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised 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.
Before we arrive
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Ladwell
Outdoor events and live paella go together: it’s cooked in the open, served hot and eaten together.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Birthday celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Office lunches and staff parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2 miles south.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each dish
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Your questions about paella catering in Ladwell
Do you come out to small places like Ladwell?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Ladwell for guests?
Chandlers Ford station, about 2 miles south of the centre.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All cooking kit comes with us. Tell us what the venue provides, such as tables or crockery.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Do you come to Ladwell?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Ladwell and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, use our quote form.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Ladwell.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A cold buffet is simple but has no theatre, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- Catering across Hampshire, including Ladwell
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Nearby places to Ladwell
Other catering in Ladwell
About the dishes
Paella Valenciana
In Valencia, the recipe is fiercely debated. The traditional pan has chicken, flat green beans and butter beans, and it is a crowd-pleaser.
Mixed paella
A mix of chicken and seafood.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Plan seating for most guests: paella is easiest eaten sitting down
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs with your RSVPs
Any staff you book serve and clear, so you can relax.
We can add sangria and bar staff to serve drinks you provide.
Ladwell: venues, travel and local tips
Ladwell is about 2 miles north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. From the centre of Ladwell to the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Ladwell is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Ladwell to Southampton (about 7 miles away).
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of All Saints, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as John Keble Church of England Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
Anywhere in SO21, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hursley (1 mile north), Otterbourne (2 miles east), Compton (2 miles east), South Down (2 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Winchester Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). Not far away are Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Ladwell include Thornden School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Dolphin Inn (0.8 miles north)
- 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