Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Bishop's Waltham events
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Bishop's Waltham. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering in Bishop's Waltham
Bishop's Waltham questions
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Peter: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking generally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Bishop's Waltham?
Botley station, about 3.3 miles south-west of the centre.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. Send your date and we will check.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you supply crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what you need and we will include it in the quote.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it’s cooked separately.
Is paella OK for kids?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
About our paella party catering in Bishop's Waltham
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The pans become the focal point, and the food is served hot and generous. We’re frequently asked to cater family get-togethers and neighbourhood celebrations, serving seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella.
Around Bishop's Waltham, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. A paella pan fits right in. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning a party in Bishop's Waltham
Bishop's Waltham is about 5 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Tell us where your party in Bishop's Waltham will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 8 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Botley station is about 3.3 miles away.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO32, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Whether your party is on High Street, St Georges's Square and Station Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. With the B2177 and B3035 close by, Bishop's Waltham is simple for us to get to for your party. If your venue is just outside Bishop's Waltham, we also cover Ashton (1 mile north), Waltham Chase (2 miles south), Durley Street (2 miles west), Wintershill (2 miles west) and Upham (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (11 miles south), Havant (12 miles south-east), Eastleigh (6 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles east).
A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (5.1 miles west). The countryside around Bishop's Waltham includes Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
- Nearby schools include Swanmore College of Technology (1.5 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Hotel (less than half a mile south)
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Places near Bishop's Waltham
What else we do in Bishop's Waltham
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Why choose paella party catering in Bishop's Waltham?
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Plan seats for most guests
Children love watching the paella cook, from a safe distance.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
Planning the cooking area
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Tapas
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
What paella party catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
- The number of people
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Bishop's Waltham, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, it is light in Bishop's Waltham until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- 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