Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Bighton events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Bighton.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Book paella party catering in Bighton
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece, and is best served with lemon.
Churros
All ages love churros.
Paella party catering in Bighton, made fresh on the day
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. Typical bookings include leaving dos and retirements and engagement and anniversary parties, serving chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
A country party near Bighton is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Bighton hosts choose us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Bighton
Is Bighton 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.
Is Bighton close to London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London.
How many paellas should we have?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we can plan it carefully.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Step by step
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s still served fresh. Sunset in Bighton is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
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Who books paella party catering in Bighton?
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Neighbourhood celebrations
After a christening at a church like Church of All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- How long the team stays
- When payment is due
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
Nearby places to Bighton
Other catering in Bighton
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
Parties in Bighton: gardens, venues and local tips
Bighton is about 7 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your party in Bighton, and we’ll 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 17 miles away.
Historic houses near Bighton include Hinton Ampner House (4.3 miles south) and Bentworth Hall (4.5 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
For paella party catering in SO24, we plan around your venue and your guests. If your venue is just outside Bighton, we also cover Old Alresford (1 mile west), Upper Wield (3 miles north-east), Northington (3 miles north-west), Totford (3 miles north-west) and Brown Candover (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (9 miles west), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Horndean (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (2.4 miles north). Not far away are Red Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Three Horseshoes Public House (under half a mile east)
How we price paella party catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The paellas you choose
- Parking and unloading
- How many staff you need
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want to eat
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
For event organisers in Bighton
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Bighton? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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