Hampshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Burkham
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Burkham and the surrounding area.
- Retirement celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Book paella party catering in Burkham
Paella party catering for your party in Burkham
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the party menu is complete. Typical bookings include garden parties and summer barbecues and family reunions, with seafood paella, mixed paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near Burkham suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Hosting a paella party in Burkham
Burkham is about 4 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your party is in the GU34 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cook in 683 places in Hampshire. Our events stretch from Burkham to Reading (about 19 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Hall Place (1.9 miles south) and Bentworth Hall (2.5 miles south). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
We cook at parties all over the GU34 postcode area. Nearby, we also cater parties in Bagmore (1 mile north-east), Bradley (1 mile south-west), Southrope (2 miles north-east), Bentworth (2 miles south) and Holt End (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (6 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles east) and Alton (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Alton Community Hospital (4.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Burkham includes Farleigh Hill.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Common questions in Burkham
Is Burkham 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 Burkham close to London?
About 47 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can you supply plates?
On request. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Burkham until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why Burkham hosts choose us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Fast service from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Where we can cook in Burkham
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Burkham
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
Occasions we cook for in Burkham
It’s generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Burkham, people book us for events such as:
- Baby celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Alton station, about 4.7 miles south-east.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if it rains
- Any travel, parking or access charges
More for events in Burkham
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
- 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