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Paella party catering in Andwell, Hampshire
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Andwell and across Hampshire.
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
Paella party catering in Andwell
About our paella party catering in Andwell
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Not sure? Send a picture. We’re often asked to cater street and neighbourhood parties and christenings and naming days, with tapas, seafood paella and mixed paella.
A country party near Andwell is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. A summer party in Andwell stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- It is served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Andwell
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
- Guest numbers
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Your questions about paella party catering in Andwell
How far is Andwell from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Swithun's church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We’ll check availability right away.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables can be added.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
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About the dishes
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Parties in Andwell: gardens, venues and local tips
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Andwell and the surrounding area. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire. We cook right across the region, from Andwell to Reading (about 13 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (4.2 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Swithun's church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
For paella party catering in RG25, RG27 and RG24, we plan around your venue and timings. From Greywell Road and Canal Reach or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Andwell for paella party catering include Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
Occasions we cook for in Andwell
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Big family gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Leaving dos and retirements
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hook station, about 2.4 miles east.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- The deposit and payment dates
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- 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