Hampshire · England
Paella Catering in Leckford
Planning paella catering in Leckford? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Birthday celebrations
Paella catering for Leckford events
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
How our paella catering works in Leckford
You can keep it simple or build a full menu: paella on its own, or with canapés, table tapas, desserts and sangria. We will suggest what suits your event. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, black rice and vegetable paella, and we are regularly asked to cater weddings, from canapés to evening food and christenings and family gatherings.
In a hamlet or village like Leckford, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
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.
What affects the price in Leckford
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we are needed on site
- The paellas you choose
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
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. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of the space, if you can
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Leckford
- Fast service from the pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Mention any other courses or food
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
After service, we pack down our cooking area, quietly and quickly.
Tapas or canapés make a good start as the rice cooks.
Common questions in Leckford
How far is Leckford from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in Longstock Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Which paellas suit our guests?
That depends on who’s coming. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Does paella work for big events?
Yes, that is what it’s made for. We plan the number of pans and serving points around your numbers.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Leckford? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Nearby places to Leckford
Also in Leckford
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. We need a level, ventilated spot, which we agree with you beforehand. In Leckford, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu and an itemised quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Mixed paella
A mix of chicken and seafood, for guests who want a bit of everything.
Black rice
Black rice looks dramatic and tastes of the sea.
Planning live paella in Leckford
Leckford is about 5 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO20, we can cook for your guests. We cook in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 15 miles away.
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Nicholas, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. Parks such as Longstock Park usually need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there.
Anywhere in SO20, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Leckford for paella catering include Longstock (1 mile west), Fullerton (1 mile north), Cottonworth (1 mile north), Chilbolton (2 miles north-east) and Stockbridge (2 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles south-east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles north), Totton (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south) and Romsey (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.6 miles north). The countryside around Leckford includes Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Peat Spade Public House (0.9 miles west)
- 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