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Live paella catering in West Wellow, Hampshire
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event across West Wellow and Hampshire, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Planning an event in West Wellow?
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. In West Wellow, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- 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.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
How to prepare
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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How our paella catering works in West Wellow
Everything is cooked from scratch on site, beginning with a sofrito of onion, garlic, peppers and tomato, then the stock, saffron and rice. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and paella Valenciana, and we are regularly asked to cater summer garden parties and company summer parties.
In a hamlet or village like West Wellow, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
West Wellow: venues, travel and local tips
West Wellow is about 5 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of West Wellow or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. West Wellow is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cook. Our events stretch from West Wellow to Southampton (9 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Romsey station, about 4.2 miles east. Historic houses near West Wellow include Landford Manor (2 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of West Wellow, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
Paella catering in SO51 is planned around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Wheatears Drive, Gazing Lane and Reeves Close, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to West Wellow for paella catering include Canada (1 mile south), East Wellow (1 mile south-east), Blackhill (1 mile south-east), Plaitford Green (1 mile north) and The Frenches (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Totton (5 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (15 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.9 miles east). The countryside around West Wellow includes Copythorne Common.
- Schools near West Wellow include Embley (2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Rockingham Arms (0.9 miles south)
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Is live paella right for your event?
Next to a hog roast or barbecue, paella makes vegetarian, vegan and halal guests easier to cater for, thanks to separate pans. Service from the pan keeps queues moving. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Real theatre, not just catering
- We cover West Wellow and the whole of Hampshire
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Who books paella catering in West Wellow?
Paella is one of the few dishes that handles mixed diets easily, thanks to separate pans for each version. Nobody gets a token ‘special meal’.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Retirement celebrations
- Naming days and family parties
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Birthday celebrations
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Wellow School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Where we can cook in West Wellow
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
A closer look at the menu
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, rather than seafood. It is frequently the most popular pan at an event.
Seafood paella
The secret is a well-made seafood stock. The shellfish is added late so it stays tender.
How we price paella catering
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Guest numbers
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Anything your venue supplies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Your questions about paella catering in West Wellow
Can you cook at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Margaret?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Which paellas do you recommend?
Most events choose two or three: a mixed or chicken paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Our menu lists the options.
Is live paella good for a large crowd?
Yes, that is what it’s made for. We size pans and serving points to your guest list.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you come to West Wellow?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including West Wellow. To check your date, use our quote form.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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