Hampshire · England
Paella Catering in Penton Corner
Looking for paella catering in Penton Corner? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
Book paella catering in Penton Corner
Live paella in Penton Corner: local details
Penton Corner is about 2 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in Penton Corner, and we will plan access and set-up. We cook in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Holy Trinity Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Portway Junior School, can book us as a food stall.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Short Lane and Beech Close. If your venue is just outside Penton Corner, we also cover Penton Grafton (1 mile north), Penton Mewsey (1 mile north), Red Post Bridge (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile north-east) and Charlton (1 mile east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east) and Stanmore (14 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Andover Museum (2.3 miles east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles east). Not far away are Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
- Local schools include Harrow Way Community School (1.2 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include White Hart Public House (0.7 miles north)
How our paella catering works in Penton Corner
A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, there is very little waste, and the food is served hot. That is why it works for so many events. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and mixed paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater milestone birthday parties and anniversary celebrations.
Somewhere like Penton Corner, a field or garden is frequently the perfect setting. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Distance and access to the venue
- Whether you need crockery
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Collect dietary needs with your RSVPs
- Mention any other courses or food
A short rest after cooking helps, and that is when we invite guests up.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside.
How it works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you’re free to enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Around midsummer it stays light in Penton Corner until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- Expect a menu idea and a clear, itemised price.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Penton Corner, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Penton Corner: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Penton Corner?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Penton Corner from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
For event organisers in Penton Corner
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- 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