Isle of Wight · England
Paella Catering in Shorwell
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Shorwell and the surrounding area.
- Garden get-togethers
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella catering near Shorwell
Paella catering in Shorwell, made fresh on the day
One cooking area feeds a lot of people, there is very little waste, and the food is served hot. It’s why live paella suits so many kinds of event. Typical bookings include anniversaries and engagement parties and retirement and leaving parties, with mixed paella, black rice and seafood paella.
Somewhere as small as Shorwell, a garden or field is often the venue. Country lanes and long drives are no problem if we know about them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Location
- Shorwell (PO30)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
For somewhere as remote as Shorwell, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. 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.
Why choose live paella in Shorwell?
Vans serve one order at a time. A paella pan serves many portions quickly, which suits weddings and parties where everyone eats together. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Shorwell
- We cover Shorwell and the whole of the Isle of Wight
- A clear, itemised quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Planning an evening event in Shorwell? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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For event organisers in Shorwell
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable and vegan paella
A slow sofrito, seasonal vegetables and a good vegetable stock make a paella that stands on its own. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
Paella Valenciana
Valencians take their paella seriously. The traditional pan has chicken, flat green beans and butter beans, and it is a crowd-pleaser.
How we price paella catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- How long we are needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
- How many guests are eating
- Starters, canapés and desserts
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Where the event is
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Planning paella catering in Shorwell? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Shorwell
Live paella is food and a show in one. The pans become a focal point, and the food itself is hot and plentiful.
In Shorwell and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Company summer parties
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Milestone birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
Historic houses near Shorwell include Northcourt Manor (within half a mile north) and Westcourt Manor (within half a mile west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- What happens if it rains
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
Planning live paella in Shorwell
Shorwell is about 5 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. For an event in Shorwell, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Shorwell. Shorwell is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 19 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as St. Peter's Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO30. Streets in the area include Fine Lane, Orchards Way and Farriers Way, and we can cook for an event on any of them. For events just outside Shorwell, we cover Thorncross (1 mile south-west), Little Atherfield (2 miles south), Moortown (2 miles west), Brighstone (2 miles west) and Chillerton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newport (5 miles north-east), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north), Sandown (9 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles east) and Ventnor (7 miles south-east). If your event is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Brighstone Down.
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Inn (under half a mile north)
Places near Shorwell
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Your questions about paella catering in Shorwell
Is Shorwell too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St. Peter's Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
What equipment do you bring?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
- 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