Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Aldershot events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Aldershot: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Big family gatherings
- Naming days and christenings
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering in Aldershot
How our paella party catering works in Aldershot
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For birthday parties and christenings and naming days, we’ll put together a menu of seafood paella, churros and vegetable paella.
In a town like Aldershot, a garden party is the classic choice, with a local hall or club as a good back-up if the garden is small. We just need a level spot to cook. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Guest numbers
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Which courses you have in mind
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Where the event is
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
More for events in Aldershot
Hosting a paella party in Aldershot
Aldershot is about 8 miles west of Guildford, in Hampshire. Parties in Aldershot are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 8 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Aldershot station is in Aldershot itself. Nearby historic houses include Farnham Castle (2.7 miles south-west) and Wanborough Manor (4.4 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
We cover parties in every part of GU11 and GU12. We can cater a party on streets such as Station Road, East Station Road and High Street or the roads around them. Main roads around Aldershot include the A323 and A325, which makes travel to your party easy. We also cook at parties in Weybourne (1 mile south-west), Badshot Lea (1 mile south), Heath End (1 mile south-west), Tongham (1 mile south-east) and Hale (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles west), Farnborough (3 miles north), Fleet (4 miles north-west), Alton (11 miles south-west), Yateley (7 miles north-west) and Bordon (10 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Fleet Community Hospital (4.7 miles north-west) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (1.6 miles north). Open spaces near Aldershot include Claycart Hill and Rowhill Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include All Hallows Catholic School (1.1 miles south-west) and The Connaught School (1.1 miles south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Prince Consort's Library (0.7 miles north-west) and Seale and Tongham (2.4 miles south-east)
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Aldershot
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. A summer party in Aldershot stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Is live paella right for your party?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Aldershot
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Common questions in Aldershot
Which station should guests use for Aldershot?
Aldershot station, in Aldershot itself.
Is Aldershot close to London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Is my garden big enough?
Generally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a picture of the space.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Often, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Count adults and children separately
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Let the neighbours know
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
- 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