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Paella party catering in Branstone, Isle of Wight
Love Paella cooks paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Branstone and the Isle of Wight, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering for Branstone events
Who books paella party catering in Branstone?
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Family get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden get-togethers
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Shanklin station, about 1.9 miles south-east.
Before booking anyone
- The wet-weather plan
- How each diet is kept separate
- Payment terms and deposit
- Travel and parking costs
Paella party catering in Branstone, made fresh on the day
A paella party works in most gardens, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Send us a picture if you’re unsure. For anniversary celebrations and family get-togethers, we will put together a menu of vegetable paella, mixed paella and tapas and more.
Near Branstone, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Where
- Branstone (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. A summer party in Branstone stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Branstone questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
We are having a ceremony at All Saints' Church: can you cater afterwards?
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.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Planning a party in Branstone
Branstone is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Tell us where your party in Branstone will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cook in all 125 towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. We cook right across the region, from Branstone to Southampton (20 miles away).
After a christening at a church like All Saints' Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Branstone include Haseley Manor (1.2 miles north-west) and Arreton Manor (2.3 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The coast is within about 3 miles, so seafood paella frequently features, and we always plan for wind.
Here we cover the PO36 postcode area. Streets in the area include Branstone Farm Lane and Stockmans Close, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Winford (1 mile east), Apse Heath (1 mile south-east), Princelett (1 mile south), Hale Common (1 mile west) and Newchurch (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (4 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (5 miles north-east). Some remote venues need extra planning, so ask early about your party.
A little further out are Wight Aviation Museum (1.3 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Branstone includes Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
- Local schools include Sandown Bay Academy (2.1 miles east)
What paella party catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many courses
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
Planning paella party catering in Branstone? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Why choose live paella in Branstone?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Branstone? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Have cover ready for a shower
We are set up before guests arrive.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
- 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